About Us

About Us

Procurement and Payment Services (PPS) at USF is a full Procure to Pay organization, providing support for the entire procurement process.

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PPS at USF is semi-centralized. Individual departments are responsible for most sourcing and selecting of goods and services while adhering to the rules, regulations and policies for purchasing, while strategic category managers with the PPS team solicits for USF wide goods and services to maximize cost savings and value.

Strategy is at the heart of what we do. PPS strives for continual process improvement, and to be exceptional stewards of USF funds through responsible spending and dedication to USF’s larger strategic vision for ESG.

PPS is governed by the Procurement General Regulation (4.02000) and Procurement of Commodities, Contractual Services, Motor Vehicles and Licenses Regulation (4.02010). 

Mission:

The mission of Procurement and Payment Services is to support the University of South Florida in achieving its goals by providing strategic procurement solutions and quality, efficient and cost-effective services in a professional, courteous, and service-oriented manner.  We strive to accomplish this in collaboration with our internal and external partners while acting in accordance with applicable Federal regulations, Florida State statutes, and Board of Governors and USF policies and regulations.

VISION

To achieve our mission, we envision ourselves as a strategic partner for every unit of the University of South Florida, delivering innovative and customer-focused procurement and payment solutions that create value and support the university's goals. We aim to be a leader in our field, embracing best practices, technology, collaboration, and professional development.

PPS Team Values

  • Accountability, we take ownership of our actions and decisions, adhere to ethical standards and policies, and take the initiative to seek feedback and opportunities for improvement.
  • Respect, we treat others with dignity, fairness, and empathy, value diversity and inclusion, and communicate openly and constructively.
  • Customer First, we understand the needs and expectations of our customers, both internal and external, and strive to provide quality service and solutions that meet or exceed them.
  • Solutions Driven, we apply critical thinking and creativity to solve problems, embrace change and innovation, and collaborate with stakeholders across the university.