Procurement

Purchasing processes at University of Staffordshire have been established to provide a strategic input and added value with an overview to ensure buying is in the best interests of the University as a whole. University of Staffordshire is a member of a large purchasing consortium that arranges collaborative agreements for all to benefit. This link to North West Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) will provide further information.

Contract terms and conditions

In order to protect the commercial interests of the University, the following documents set out the terms under which University of Staffordshire does business.  The clauses cover - for example - payment terms, delivery requirements, health & safety and ownership of goods.  All orders raised and contracts established are in accordance with these conditions.

Important information for suppliers

It is very important if you are a supplier, that you should always state a purchase order number on your invoice. We fully understand that there may be times when you will deliver good/services to University staff which may have taken place over the phone. Unfortunately, we are unable to pay you without a PO number and your invoice will be returned to you unpaid.

• Purchase of Goods (DOC, file size: 63KB) - for the purchase of all items used in the running of the University
• Provision of Service Contract / Services (PDF, file size: 59KB) - use this guidance for the provision of a service contract
• Purchase of Consultancy Services (DOC, file size: 97KB) - gives advice in the employment of consultants undertaking work on behalf of the University
• Sale of Goods and Services (PDF, file size: 62KB) - for the sale to individuals or companies of items manufactured or produced by University of Staffordshire or contracts undertaken.

Tender Opportunities

University of Staffordshire uses Proactis e-tendering system to issue and advertise tender opportunities. All current tender opportunities can be found online.

If you have any questions regarding procurement within the University, please don’t hesitate on contacting us.