XPO Logistics

About this contract

University Procurement and Logistics has negotiated a campuswide transportation contract allowing the university to control and lower the total freight costs for Michigan State University. The contract includes benefits such as:

  • Reduced shipping rates
  • Reduced hazardous materials fees
  • Waiver of destination notification charges
  • Waiver of single shipment charges

How to use this contract for inbound shipments

When Procurement creates a purchase order that requires inbound shipping, they use the XPO Logisitcs contract for less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. No action is required on your part. If you are involved in other decisions that include choosing a less-than-truckload carrier, request XPO collect. 

How to use this contract for outbound shipments

Complete a Service Request (choose "FedEx/UPS/Freight" from the drop-down box) and attach it to your shipment. Put the shipment on the dock in your building.

Commodities:Transportation and Shipping

Contact Information

XPO Logisitics
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Michigan State University
Logistics Operations Supervisor
Susan Fennell
(517) 884-6202

Air Freight, Routing and
Rate Questions
Logistics Shipping Office
(517) 884-6083