Storefront to close for inventory on Wednesday, May 28
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed for inventory on Wednesday, May 28.
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Memorial Day Weekend Shipping
In observance of Memorial Day weekend, University Procurement and Logistics (UPL) will be closed on Monday, May 26. Due to the extended weekend, UPL is unable to accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, May 23.
Storefront to be closed for inventory on Wednesday, May 14
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed for inventory on Wednesday, May 14, between 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. All in-store pickup orders can be retrieved after we re-open at 1 p.m.
Upcoming unit reorganization
The Office of the Executive Vice President for Administration (EVPA) has announced an upcoming reorganization of UPL. Effective July 1, 2025, the reorganization aims to align UPL operations with the university’s evolving needs, address the unit’s operating deficit, and support long-term financial sustainability.
Update to UPS ShipExec on April 15
UPS ShipExec will undergo a system update on Tuesday, April 15, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Potential Delivery Delays April 15-17, 2025
Due to University Procurement and Logistics team meetings occurring April 15-17, 2025, there may be some delay in campus deliveries of mail, packages, and University Stores orders.
FedEx Delivery Delays April 2, 2025
Due to inclement weather occurring across the United States, FedEx shipments to MSU can experience delays.
FY25 year-end cutoff dates
FY25 ends on Monday, June 30, 2025. Ensure your UPL-related eDocs are submitted and in the appropriate status by the dates below for processing in FY25.
MLK Day Weekend Shipping
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, University Procurement and Logistics (UPL) will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025. Due to the extended weekend, UPL is unable to accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, January 17.
UPL to close for winter break
University Procurement and Logistics will be closed in alignment with the university's extended winter break from Tuesday, December 24, 2024, through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. We will reopen and all services will resume (with potential delays) on Thursday, January 2, 2025
UPL Closed November 28-29, 2024
University Procurement and Logistics will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, 2024, for Thanksgiving break.
November 22, 2024 Deliveries
University Procurement and Logistics (UPL) will suspend delivery operations at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2024, in preparation for the MSU football game.
24/7 FlexHub wins ULSCA Innovation Award
UPL Warehouse Services won the Mark Teragawa Innovation Award from the University Logistics and Supply Chain Association (ULSCA) for their 24/7 FlexHub project.
Homecoming Parade Deliveries
University Procurement and Logistics (UPL) will suspend delivery operations at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024, in preparation for the MSU homecoming parade. Normal deliveries will resume on Monday, October 21, 2024.
Women in Supply Chain Forum awards UPL's Susan Fennell
Supply and Demand Chain Executive's 2024 Women in Supply Chain Forum has awarded UPL’s Logistics Operations Supervisor, Susan Fennell, as a Trailblazer.
No Hazardous Materials Shipping October 7-11, 2024
University Procurement and Logistics (UPL) is unable to accept shipments of hazardous materials or dangerous biological goods between Monday, October 7, 2024, and Friday, October 11, 2024.
East Coast Dockworkers Strike Reaches Temporary End
October 4, 2024: The 3-day strike of East and Gulf coast dockworkers has reached a temporary end. According to AP, the International Longshoremen’s Association will suspend their strike until January 15, 2025 after reaching a tentative agreement on wages. At this time, we are not expecting the issue to affect MSU's supply chain. We will provide updates on the situation as they become available.
Potential Delivery Delays October 2-4, 2024
Due to University Procurement and Logistics team meetings happening October 2-4, 2024, there may be some delay in campus deliveries of mail, packages, and University Stores orders.
Labor Day Weekend Shipping
University Procurement and Logistics (UPL) will be closed on Monday, September 2, in honor of Labor Day. Due to the extended weekend, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, August 30.
Potential Delivery Delays August 16, 2024
Due to a UPL team meeting on August 16, 2024, there may be some delay in campus deliveries of mail, packages, and University Stores orders.
Shop Spartan Green at University Stores
University Stores offers a curated collection of sustainable products for university purchase.
Register for Procurement Training
Join University Procurement and Logistics for training on the procurement process at MSU. Live training, via Teams webinar, will be offered on Tuesday, August 13, and Tuesday, September 17.
Update to UPS ShipExec on July 16
UPS ShipExec will undergo a system update on Tuesday, July 16, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Storefront to be closed for Independence Day
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed for Independence Day on Thursday, July 4.
Independence Day Shipping
Due to the Independence Day holiday, Logistics will not accept biological or hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—between Monday, July 1, and Friday, July 5.
Storefront to be closed for inventory on Wednesday, June 12
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed for inventory on Wednesday, June 12.
Memorial Day Weekend Shipping
Due to the extended Memorial Day weekend, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, May 24. Additionally, no biological or hazardous materials except dry ice will be accepted for shipment between Tuesday, May 28, and Friday, May 31.
Procurement policy and guidance updates
To enhance the customer experience and support improved procurement processes at MSU, University Procurement and Logistics is pleased to announce procurement policy and guidance updates that became effective May 1, 2024. These changes will allow employees to have more confidence in their role within the procurement process.
Storefront to be closed for inventory on Tuesday, May 14
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed for inventory on Tuesday, May 14. All in-store pickup orders can be retrieved after we reopen on Wednesday, May 15, at 7:30 a.m.
Update to UPS ShipExec on April 30
UPS ShipExec will undergo a system update on Tuesday, April 30, between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Year-end cut-off dates
FY24 ends on Sunday, June 30, 2024. Ensure your UPL-related eDocs are submitted and in the appropriate status by the dates below for processing in FY24.
Update to UPS ShipExec on March 26
UPS ShipExec will undergo a system update on Tuesday, March 26, between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.
MLK Day Weekend Shipping
Due to the extended Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, January 12.
Bulk Ethanol Dispensing Service Resumes December 6
University Stores has resumed bulk ethanol dispensing services effective December 6, 2023.
UPL to close for winter break
UPL will be closed during the winter break from December 23, 2023, to January 2, 2024.
Bulk Ethanol Dispensing Service Unavailable 11/27–12/11
Due to ongoing construction around the Angell Building, University Stores will be temporarily suspending our bulk ethanol dispensing services beginning Monday, November 27, 2023.
UPL Closed 11/23/23-11/24/23
University Procurement and Logistics will be closed Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24, 2023, for Thanksgiving break. Due to the extended weekend, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Wednesday, November 22, 2023.
UPL Warehouse Storage Rate Changes
Effective November 21, 2023, storage rates for the UPL warehouse will change to $30 per single pallet per month.
Delivery Delays October 18-20, 2023
Delays in shipping may be experienced between October 18-20, 2023.
UPS ShipExec Shipping Data Changes
UPS ShipExec will change historical shipping data retention on November 1
[Video] New Warehouse Racking Installed
We documented the process while University Procurement and Logistics’ Warehouse Services team installed new racking in 60% of our warehouse in order to increase storage capacity and create a safer work environment.
Potential Delivery Delays September 22, 2023
Due to a UPL team meeting on September 22, 2023, there may be some delay in campus deliveries of mail, packages, and University Stores orders.
Labor Day Weekend Shipping
Due to the extended Labor Day weekend, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, September 1.
Logistics resumes UPS outbound operations
UPL will continue outbound business with UPS after previous ratification of the UPS union contract.
UPL Increasing Warehouse Storage Capacity
UPL is increasing our storage capacity with new warehouse shelving to support your storage needs at lower rates than local providers.
New Independent Contractor form available
A new, more robust Independent Contractor form—for documenting relationships with individuals who performs services, but by meeting certain criteria, are not classified as employees—is available as of today.
Angell Building closing early today, Thursday, July 27
Due to construction, the Angell Building will be closed early today, Thursday, July 27, starting at 4:30 p.m.
No HazMat Shipping this Friday, July 28
Logistics will not be accepting hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, July 28.
Potential order delays for University Stores
UPL's warehouse will soon be undergoing renovations. Due to these renovations, we expect potential delays in fulfilling University Stores orders between July 31 and August 11.
Mitigating disruption amid potential UPS strike
In preparation for a potential United Parcel Service (UPS) strike, MSU Logistics will temporarily cease all outbound business with UPS beginning Monday, July 24.
New PCard Process Improvements
UPL's Payment Systems team is pleased to announce process improvements for the MSU PCard Program.
Upcoming postage rate increases
The United State Postal Service (USPS) will enact postage rate increases effective Sunday, July 9, 2023.
Storefront to be closed for Independence Day
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed on Tuesday, July 4. All in-store pickup orders can be retrieved after we reopen on Wednesday, July 5 at 7:30 a.m.
Independence Day Shipping
Due to the Independence Day holiday, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Monday, July 3.
New PCards arriving soon!
To ensure seamless purchasing, new PCards will be sent directly to cardholders prior to the expiration of current cards.
Berkey Hall Mail Deliveries
Berkey Hall deliveries are being held or delivered to alternate locations.
Memorial Day Weekend Shipping
Due to the extended Memorial Day weekend, Logistics will not accept hazardous materials shipments—including any shipments with dry ice—on Friday, May 26.
Storefront to be closed for inventory on Tuesday, May 9
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed for inventory on Tuesday, May 9. All in-store pickup orders can be retrieved after we reopen on Wednesday, May 10 at 7:30a.m.
Storefront to be closed this Friday, 8-10 a.m.
The University Stores and shop.msu.edu storefront will be closed from 8-10 a.m. on Friday, April 21, 2023 for staff training.
Delivery Delays April 19-21, 2023
Due to UPL team meetings from April 19-21, 2023, there may be some delay in campus deliveries. Perishable items will be delivered as normal.
New Capital Asset Audit Status Tool Available
The Capital Asset Management team, in partnership with UPL's Supply Chain Analytics team, has created a new tool for departmental CAM Role 6 Processors.
Delivery update for MSU Union and Berkey Hall
MSU Union packages and deliveries handled by Logistics and Mail Services have resumed. Berkey Hall deliveries are being held or delivered to alternate locations.
UPL's Lease Purchase Program Moving to Planon
The MSU Lease Purchase Program, administered by University Procurement and Logistics (UPL), provides a financing option for departments that is ideal for emergency situations or unanticipated equipment purchases. In partnership with Infrastructure Planning and Facilities—and as part of a continued effort to enhance our service experiences—UPL is moving the program to Planon later this month.
New EU Export Regulations
In alignment with new European Union (EU) regulations aimed at strengthening safety and security, MSU's International Shipping form has been updated to include an Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number.
Security system purchases disallowed through Spartan Marketplace
Please note that requests to purchase and install independent security systems and cameras must route through the MSU Police Department and MSU Information Technology. As such, purchases are disallowed through Spartan Marketplace.
Non-monetary donation inquiries
The MSU Emergency Operations Committee has now closed this donation process. Please direct donations to University Advancement.
Berkey Hall and MSU Union packages and mail to be held for pickup
Until further notice, Logistics and Mail Services will be holding all mail, packages, and University Stores orders destined for Berkey Hall or the MSU Union at 166 Service Road. Items will be available for pickup within University Stores, which is open from 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., Monday - Friday. Please be prepared to provide your MSU ID and a tracking number, if applicable.
Shipping Alert: UPL Closed February 14-15
Please be advised that no incoming shipments will be received at 166 Service Road and no campus deliveries (including campus mail) will be made on February 14-15, 2023. There may be some delay in service once we reopen on Thursday, February 16.
Shipping Alert: UPL Closed for Martin Luther King Day
University Procurement and Logistics will be closed in honor of Martin Luther King Day on Monday, January 16. No incoming shipments or deliveries will be made on this day. Additionally, no hazardous materials shipments will be accepted on Friday, January 13.