[page 54] Procurement Policies and Procedures_May 2021.pdf

Repeat: The document outlines the Procurement Policies and Procedures updated in May 2021. It covers various sections including Ethics, Conflict of Interest, Open Records, Payments, Sustainability, and Social Responsibility. The policies emphasize ethical conduct, avoidance of conflicts of interest, rejection of gifts or gratuities, handling of open records requests, reporting anticompetitive practices, and managing unsolicited orders or gifts. It also details guidelines for payments, sales tax exemptions, prepayments, customs charges, and utility payments. Additionally, the document highlights the university's commitment to environmentally preferable procurement by giving preference to sustainable products and materials. The policies aim to ensure transparency, fairness, and compliance in all procurement activities.