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Progressive Direct Marketing (PDM)

Submitted by CAM600 on March 17, 2025 - 5:15pm
Commodity:
Direct Mail Services
Classification:
Silver
Local & Small:
Small
PPD:
No
PA Supplier:
No
Uniform Guidance:
Yes

Products/Services

Printed materials mailed directly by supplier (may include printing and mailing only or graphic design, printing and mailing)

Purchasing Method

PantherExpress System Standard Form

Note: Create a separate line item for shipping/postage charges on the quote, purchase order, and invoices.

If you need separate assistance with design, you may hire a University-wide Contracted Supplier for graphic design or contact University Communications and Marketing.

For more information about print and graphic design services, visit this page.

Data Risk Classification and Compliance

Only low risk Public Data shall be shared with this supplier.  Do not share moderate risk Private Data or high risk Restricted Data. Data types are defined on Pitt IT’s website.

Supplier Contacts

Tony Occhiuto
Progressive Direct Marketing
716-681-6848
aocchiuto@pdmny.com
Contact Notes:
Fax: 716-681-9173

University of Pittsburgh

Anna Spagnola, CPSM
Procurement Specialist
412-648-9034
aspagnola@cfo.pitt.edu

Special Instructions

Print Support Level:

  • Basic - This is typically quick-turn, digital printing on basic paper stock with minimal to no finishing. Examples could include but not be limited to color and black and white copies, flyers, and faculty packets. 
  • Premium - This is typically digital, offset or large format printing standard sizes on various paper stocks that require proofs and some finish work. Examples could include but not be limited to cards, postcards, posters and newsletters.

Learn more about printing processes and what you need to know to successfully work with a University-qualified printer. 

Green Program

Yes