A buying group is the joining together of several dealers to purchase items in
bulk at lower costs. At Universal Purchasing Association our member dealers use
their combined purchases to get discounts based on the groups' total volume.
Universal Purchasing Association introduced the lowest membership fee ever offered.
Only $500 per year with no other added fees. Universal Purchasing Association
was also the first to offer open terms, monthly, or quarterly.
The way you order will not change. You will enjoy continued freedom to order
directly from your vendors, receive invoices from them and make payments to them.
What guidelines must members follow?
There are no minimum purchases required for discounts on most items; however,
to begin receiving discounts, you need to order from one of our preferred vendors.
There is no requirement on how much volume must be done with Universal Purchasing
Association vendors.
What's the catch?
Many find it hard to believe, but our mission is to help independent businesses
like yours grow. There is no catch. We strive to help independent businesses increase
their buying power while increasing profits. Universal Purchasing Association
invites all member prospects to contact a vendor or an existing member before
joining.
What makes Universal Purchasing Association different from other buying groups?
Universal Purchasing Association is independently owned and operated. Universal
Purchasing Association's interest is solely in the success of its members. Universal
Purchasing Association and its officers have no interests in the market that compete
with its members. Universal Purchasing Association has more direct sellers and
promotional products vendors than other groups besides uniform and industrial
laundry manufacturers. In addition, Universal Purchasing Association provides
the same discounts and benefits to all its members for the same fee. We do not
differentiate between our members.
Why choose Universal Purchasing Association?
With over 20,000 known dealers of uniforms, apparel, and promotional products
in the market, Universal Purchasing Association provides its members with the
advantages that most groups cannot, including discounts with some the largest
brand name: uniform, apparel, promotional products, sportswear, public safety,
and medical wear manufacturers in the world. These added advantages are critical
when going head-to-head with the largest national competitors.
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What sets Universal Purchasing Association apart from the promotional products
organizations?
Universal Purchasing Association is all about high volume discounts, savings,
and the marketing tools needed to help a member grow their business.
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