Announcement of an Exempt Purchase

Procurement of dental supplies and services, including ceramics, crowns and bridges, full and partial dentures, implant prosthetics, CAD/CAM scanning, diagnostic waxing, model preparation, and related items.

This purchase is exempt from the usual selection processes of the Procurement Code because the procurement expenditure is for medical supplies or medical at a university-operated health care center or dispensary that provides care, treatment, and medications for students, faculty and staff (30 ILCS 500 / 1-13(b-5)) This procurement is in the best interest of the University because it provides high-quality dental products essential for patient care and educational purposes. Ensuring access to superior materials enhances the quality of treatment delivered and supports the Universitys mission to offer exceptional education and hands-on training for students in dental programs.