Buy Local | Memphis Medical District Collaborative

Connecting companies to keep wealth local

The Buy Local program is dedicated to increasing the amount of local goods and services that District institutions purchase from businesses located in Memphis. To that end, MMDC focuses on local and diverse non-capital spend opportunities.

Supporting Local Businesses

Buy Local supports companies headquartered in Memphis and does not include national companies with local branches.

Supporting Diverse Businesses

Buy Local supports minority- and women-owned businesses by connecting them with local sourcing opportunities.

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BUY LOCAL MARKETPLACE

The Buy Local Marketplace is a database where businesses can register, upload certifications, commodity codes, and soon, learn about RFP opportunities. Businesses interested in joining the database can register here.

Access to your profile to update and upload information about your business which enables buyers to locate local suppliers
Respond to RFPs and institution correspondence

Register to attend invite-only procurement events with anchor partners
Access to MMDC business support events

How it works

District Purchasing Council

MMDC partners with Medical District anchor institutions on a District Purchasing Council that meets monthly to network, match with local minority-, and women-owned businesses, and connect to resources that support the development and expansion of businesses within Memphis and the Medical District. Participating partners include Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare, Southern College of Optometry, Regional One Health, ALSAC / St. Jude, and Southwest Tennessee Community College.

The District purchasing portal is currently under renovation. We will provide updates as soon as possible!

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BUY LOCAL CONNECT

Buy Local Connect is a supplier diversity event series that creates connections between local suppliers and Medical District institutions. Businesses are given the opportunity to network and connect, join breakout training sessions, receive feedback through pitch sessions, and more. Follow our Events page for more information!

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TASTE OF THE DISTRICT

Medical District Welcomes ALDI

Whether it’s the fresh fruit, good vibes, or the welcoming atmosphere and walkability, ALDI’s opening in the heart of the Medical District was exactly what it promised to be: grand.

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2024 Holiday Market

More than 300 shoppers braved the rain to visit the Medical District Holiday Market! The annual event offered twice the fun in 2024, doubling the number of vendors available and expanding to two locations.

Customers were able to walk between Flyway Brewing Company and Memphis Made Brewing Company to engage with more than 60 vendors, including local and national brands.

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Inside the President's Office | Episode 2: Keesa Mitchell

As Vice President of Operations, Keesa wears many hats such as overseeing MMDC’s Finance and Human Resources activities in addition to contributing to our organization’s development efforts. One of her favorite things to share with others about her role is the launch of our new Medical District Partnership Program!

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