Promotional Products

From T-shirts for student groups to branded water bottles for conferences, members of the MIT community have plenty of options for promotional products and apparel. Preferred Suppliers from Supplier Search are already licensed to produce MIT-branded merchandise and work directly with the MIT Technology Licensing Office.

Quick Tips From Our Buying Experts

Use Preferred Suppliers Whenever Possible.

Supplier Search has a variety of Preferred promotional product suppliers with offer a wide range of items to choose from.

Need Something Unique?

Many Preferred Suppliers on Supplier Search can accommodate your needs; reach out to them directly to ask what’s available.

Need Assistance with Artwork?

Preferred Suppliers can help with your design and create artwork for you.

Looking for Standard Items with the MIT Logo?

From hats and bags to water bottles and mugs, The MIT Coop has many items already approved, designed, and ready for order or pick up at the store.

Benefits of MIT Preferred Suppliers

Preferred Suppliers found in Supplier Search have already been vetted through VPF, and using one of these many choices offers you considerable advantages:

  • Save money with pre-negotiated discounts.
  • Receive high-quality products with many sustainable and environmentally mindful options.
  • Save time by purchasing directly online through Buy-to-Pay (B2P).
  • Reduce stress: All Preferred Suppliers have agreed to MIT’s use of name and logo requirements, are already compliant with MIT’s policies and brand guidelines, and will ensure your artwork meets requirements and manage the entire imprinting process through production.

If you do choose to go with a non-preferred supplier and the total contract exceeds $10,000, you will need to fill out a Selection of Source form. In addition, you may need to allow additional time for contract negotiations.

Policy

MIT 12.3 Use of Institute Name

You need permission to use the MIT logo on any promotional items.

Learn more

Purchase with Purpose

VPF is committed to sustainability wherever possible throughout the purchasing process.

Many of our Preferred Suppliers offer products made with greener materials, including those that are recyclable or biodegradable. Some also employ alternative energies in their production facilities and use environmentally friendly shipping methods. Learn more on each supplier’s page on Supplier Search.

Many of MIT’s Preferred Suppliers are categorized as local, small, and diverse, which can include women-, veteran-, or minority-owned, as well as those located in underutilized business zones.

You can learn more about each supplier on Supplier Search.