1250 W.Broadway Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55411


Welcome to the MPS Purchasing web site. The Director of Purchasing leads the sourcing, procurement and vendor management function for the school district. Our goal is to bring a best value approach that allows the school district to spend funds in the best way possible in support of improving the educational experience.

MPS partners with

Midwest Minority Supplier Development Council

to support supplier diversity

MINNEAPOLIS – Minneapolis Public Schools is hosting a procurement meeting in partnership with the Midwest Minority Supplier Development Council,

Thursday, April 18, 2‐4 p.m. in Assembly Room S1‐404 of the Davis Education and Service Center – 1250 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis, MN.

Minority business professionals, of corporations and small businesses, are invited to attend, as well as representatives of government agencies, non‐profits and other stakeholders who support supplier diversity.

The agenda will cover best business practices, provide an overview of MPS business partner practices and give participants an opportunity to expand contact lists. Buyers of the MPS purchasing department will be on hand. Check‐in time will be 1:30‐2 p.m. Program begins at 2 p.m., with a networking session tentatively scheduled for 3:15 p.m.

This event is free, but online pre‐registration is required by April 16, 2013: Visit www.mmsdc.org, scroll to “April 18, 2013,” click “Register Now.” Direct questions to marbelo@mmsdc.org or call 612-465-8881. 

What: Midwest Minority Supplier iversity council procurement meeting Hosted by MPS

When: Thursday, April 18, 2013, 2-4 p.m. (Pre-registration due April 16, 2013)

Where: Davis Education and Service Center-- Assembly Room S1-404

 1250 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55411