If you need to place an order with a vendor that is not in BearBuy, does not have a contract, and is not offered through distributor catalogs, consider using VWR or Fisher’s third-party purchasing option to simplify the process.

Onboarding new vendors or negotiating terms with non-contracted vendors can add additional processing time to requisitions. VWR and Fisher can quote your order and process it quickly—even if the vendor is not listed in their catalogs. Your order may also qualify for existing benefit from these distributors—such as free freight.

Directions to utilize third party purchasing are as follows:

• VWR’s third-party purchasing is available through their MarketSource program. This can be accessed through their punch out catalog. More details here.
• Fisher also offers third-party purchasing options through their punch out catalog. Learn more here.
• If you have any questions, you may also contact your local sales representative for each of the distributors.