Amazon

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:59:34 -0400

As you may be aware, the campus is experiencing substantial issues with Amazon deliveries. Hundreds of packages are being dropped at single locations regardless of the delivery addresses. Our communications with Amazon have been ongoing for some time but the situation remains unresolved.

Due to this, we are temporarily suspending Amazon as a supplier in the Paw system until this matter is resolved. With this action, effective immediately, new orders cannot be placed with Amazon. Any Amazon orders currently in progress will not be affected and the associated receipt/approval processes remain in place.

This action is the best and most timely option available to stem the current strain on campus resources to re-deliver packages to the appropriate offices and students. This temporary measure will be in effect while we utilize every available avenue to resolve the situation with Amazon as quickly as possible.

In the interim, we encourage users to order standard business items from RGH or Rudolph. These office supply companies are Maryland-based Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Firms under contract with UMBC. The use of these firms will have the added benefit of supporting the University’s commitment to a more diverse supply chain.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding as we work toward a solution with Amazon.

Elizabeth Moss

Executive Director, Procurement & Strategic Sourcing