Potential supply chain disruptions could begin any time after July 31, 2023, due to a possible strike by United Parcel Service (UPS) workers if current contract issues are not resolved. A strike could impact many of our critical research, teaching and student support suppliers that use UPS. Suppliers select their shipping methods based on a variety of factors such as geographic locations, product safety requirements, and other specific needs.
Next steps for departments:
- Please look ahead to the needs of your department for the Fall term and consider whether you need to plan purchases in advance and, in certain limited situations, consider temporarily increasing stock levels.
- Purchasing Services has already contacted critical University-wide Contracted Suppliers. In addition, you may want to speak to certain critical specialty suppliers that are unique to your department to understand their plans in the event of a UPS strike. While you may have a local supplier that makes its own local deliveries, you should consider how that supplier obtains its items for sale to the University.
If you have any additional questions or need assistance regarding purchases, please contact Purchase, Pay & Travel Customer Service.
For information specific to outgoing shipments, please visit the website for Mailing Services.