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Supplier Diversity Fair Event at the bryce jordan center on November 3rd

Supplier Diversity Fair

Penn State Office of Central Procurement will hold a Supplier Diversity Trade Fair at the Bryce Jordan Center (BJC) on the University Park campus on Thursday, November 3 from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

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Penn State Office of Central Procurement will hold a Supplier Diversity Trade Fair at the Bryce Jordan Center (BJC) on the University Park campus on Thursday, November 3 from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

The event is open to the Penn State community, including all campuses, as well as to the public.

Held on the concourse level of the BJC, the fair will showcase small, minority owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned and lgbt-owned businesses. About 100 suppliers will represent various commodity and service areas, including the following:

  • advertising
  • cleaning contracting/janitorial
  • consulting
  • custom precision machining
  • design and engineering
  • dining/food service
  • fabrication and stamping
  • furniture
  • general contracting
  • HVAC
  • interior design
  • IT/software
  • manufacturing and testing services
  • novelties
  • office supplies
  • packaging services
  • photography and videography
  • security systems
  • scientific
  • staffing

Suppliers, some of which are current catalog suppliers to the University, represent four procurement areas: Office of Central Procurement, Housing and Foods Purchasing, Applied Research Lab Purchasing, and Office of Physical Plant’s Design and Construction.

Booth Fee: $100

Visitors can purchase lunch and snacks at Bryce Jordan Center Concessions.

For more information, contact Duane Bullock, manager of Supplier Diversity and Environmentally Responsible Purchasing, at [email protected] or 814-865-5417.

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Nov 03, 2022
Starts: 10:30 AM
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Penn State Office of Central Procurement will hold a Supplier Diversity Trade Fair at the Bryce Jordan Center (BJC) on the University Park campus on Thursday, November 3 from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

read more

Penn State Office of Central Procurement will hold a Supplier Diversity Trade Fair at the Bryce Jordan Center (BJC) on the University Park campus on Thursday, November 3 from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

The event is open to the Penn State community, including all campuses, as well as to the public.

Held on the concourse level of the BJC, the fair will showcase small, minority owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned and lgbt-owned businesses. About 100 suppliers will represent various commodity and service areas, including the following:

  • advertising
  • cleaning contracting/janitorial
  • consulting
  • custom precision machining
  • design and engineering
  • dining/food service
  • fabrication and stamping
  • furniture
  • general contracting
  • HVAC
  • interior design
  • IT/software
  • manufacturing and testing services
  • novelties
  • office supplies
  • packaging services
  • photography and videography
  • security systems
  • scientific
  • staffing

Suppliers, some of which are current catalog suppliers to the University, represent four procurement areas: Office of Central Procurement, Housing and Foods Purchasing, Applied Research Lab Purchasing, and Office of Physical Plant’s Design and Construction.

Booth Fee: $100

Visitors can purchase lunch and snacks at Bryce Jordan Center Concessions.

For more information, contact Duane Bullock, manager of Supplier Diversity and Environmentally Responsible Purchasing, at [email protected] or 814-865-5417.

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Things You Should Know

Bag Policy

In line with the best practices at major entertainment venues, the Bryce Jordan Center utilizes walk-through metal detectors at all entry gates and restrictions on the size and type of bag that may be carried into the arena for all events. 

Fans are encouraged to avoid bringing bags into the arena. This would include backpacks, purses, briefcases, duffle bags, coolers, etc.

PERMITTED BAGS AT THE BRYCE JORDAN CENTER:
  • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”.
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
  • Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5” x 6.5”.
  • Diaper bags (with child) after inspection.

An exception will be made for medically necessary items that cannot fit into a clear bag, after proper inspection.

Fans will be asked to return non-approved bags or other prohibited items to their vehicle prior to arena entry. There is no check-in location for prohibited bags or items at the BJC.

All media representatives with necessary bags and equipment must enter the BJC at the media entrance to have each item inspected and tagged prior to entering the BJC.

Parking Policy

Parking is provided and managed by Penn State Transportation Services and available for purchase through Park Mobile. Parking Prices vary by event and lot location. 

Allergen Warning

The Bryce Jordan Center now offers products containing NUTS that are not individually packaged.  Products at this location may contain or come into contact with TREE NUTS or other allergens.

HEALTH & SAFETY

At the Bryce Jordan Center, the health and safety of our guests is our highest priority. As part of Penn State University, the Bryce Jordan Center will continue to adhere to and adjust our protocols as public health guidelines evolve. As of March 7, 2022, consistent with the latest guidance from the CDC, masks will no longer be required during events at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Individuals who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should stay home and contact their health care provider.

For the latest COVID-19 news and information, visit Penn State’s Coronavirus Information website. Continue to follow CDC-recommended health/safety precautions, contact your healthcare provider if you have questions or feel ill, and review information from state and national health authorities.

Some events at the Bryce Jordan Center may have additional health and safety guidelines as required by the artist. We encourage fans to regularly check the individual event pages on our website www.bjc.psu.edu for event-specific requirements.

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