University Purchasing
It is the responsibility of University Purchasing to organize and administer the procurement function for all departments of the University, in accordance with the Management Agreement with the Commonwealth, the Code of Virginia and the applicable state policies and procedures.
These responsibilities include:
- To provide the proper quantity and quality of products and services at the appropriate time and location required by the institution
- To secure such products and services at competitive prices, consistent with prevailing economic conditions
- To furnish the faculty, staff, and management of the institution with timely information and advice as to how market conditions and trends could affect the future availability and price of materials
- To ensure that professionalism is not only promoted but also maintained by the procurement staff
- To ensure that all procurements are conducted in a fair and impartial manner with avoidance of any impropriety or appearance of impropriety
For information about University Purchasing procedures, please see our Purchasing A-Z Policies and Procedures Manual 
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