purchasing
XPO Logistics
About this contract
Purchasing and Logistics have negotiated a campus-wide transportation contract allowing the university to control and lower the total freight costs for Michigan State University. The contract includes benefits such as
- Reduced shipping rates
- Reduced hazardous materials fees
- Waiver of destination notification charges
- Waiver of single shipment charges
How to use this contract for inbound shipments
When Purchasing creates a purchase order that requires inbound shipping, they will utilize the XPO Logisitcs contract for less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. No action is required on your part. If you are involved in other decisions that include choosing a less-than-truckload carrier, request XPO collect.
How to use this contract for outbound shipments
Complete a Service Request (choose "FedEx/UPS/Freight" from the drop-down box) and attach it to your shipment. Put the shipment on the dock in your building.
Commodities:
Contact Information
XPO Logisitics
Find your local service center by entering your postal code or city on the website
Logistics Operations Supervisor
Susan Fennell
(517) 884-6202
Air Freight, Routing and
Rate Questions
Logistics Shipping Office
(517) 884-6083