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Licensed Vendors

Find approved University of Arizona licensed vendors to produce products with official trademarks, while protecting the wildcat brand.

 

University branded sew-on patches

About

To safeguard the University of Arizona's intellectual property and ensure compliance with university brand standards, any university department, unit, or student group intending to use university intellectual property on products and merchandise must follow a structured process involving two key entities: the Arizona Trademarks & Licensing Office and, where applicable, the Brand Equity Review Board.

The Trademarks & Licensing Office requires all products featuring university trademarks or a specific department logo be sourced exclusively from licensed vendors. This requirement serves to guarantee that vendors possess the necessary product liability insurance and have committed to adhering to the Arizona Code of Conduct. The university has carefully selected a group of licensees with specialized expertise in collaborating with university programs and departments, chosen through a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) procedure. It's worth noting that this selection of licensees does not encompass all registered vendors at the University of Arizona.

To maintain consistency in the utilization of UA trademarks, all product designs must receive approval from the Arizona Trademarks & Licensing Office before initiating the production phase. In most cases, vendors can submit the design for approval on behalf of the respective organization or department. Nevertheless, if any inquiries or concerns arise pertaining to the design, the organization may contact the office directly for clarification and guidance.

 

 

Why

The requirement to use an officially licensed vendor serves to safeguard the university in multiple ways. Each licensee associated with Arizona has undergone a comprehensive application process and met rigorous criteria to ensure that Arizona's trademarks are:

  • Utilized in strict adherence to the Arizona brand guidelines.
  • Applied to products that uphold the integrity and reputation of the university.
  • Not employed in a manner that could mislead or inaccurately represent Arizona's affiliations with other entities.
  • Employed in the production of goods that adhere to socially responsible and ethical standards consistent with Arizona's Licensing Code of Conduct.
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