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Welcome to the Procurement Manual and Policy page. This page is your gateway to essential guidelines and resources for all procurement manuals and policies..

Explore the sections below to ensure your procurement processes are efficient, transparent, and compliant with University policies.

Competitive Procurement

Engage in transparent and legally compliant procurement processes through public tenders. Learn about various competitive procurement methods such as Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Supplier Qualifications (RFSQ), and Request for Tender (RFT). This section provides a comprehensive overview of the RFx process and the necessary steps to initiate and complete competitive procurements.

Explore Competitive Procurement

Non-Competitive Procurement

Understand the protocols for non-competitive procurement when competition is not possible. This section details the requirements for completing a Procurement Policy Exemption Justification (PPEJ) form and the public disclosure obligations under trade agreements. Ensure compliance and proper documentation when engaging in non-competitive procurement.

Learn about Non-Competitive Procurement.

Procurement Manual

Access the Laurentian University Procurement Manual for a detailed guide on purchasing policies, procedures, and ethical standards. This manual assists campus end users in acquiring materials, goods, and services while adhering to University and external requirements. It covers everything from purchase requisitions to competitive bidding and ethical conduct.

Read the Procurement Manual (PDF)

Questions?

For further assistance or inquiries, please reach out to our Procurement and Contracts Department at purchasing@laurentian.ca.

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