Many organizations can look in their backyard to source out construction, roof repairs, architecture, snow removal and even tech companies to support their procurement projects. With the variety of services available, organizations can get their projects completed more efficiently while also supporting the community’s local economy. It all starts with integrating local and diverse purchasing guidelines into your procurement plans.
Where to start
The key to engaging local and diverse suppliers is building purchasing guidelines into your policies and public procurement programs. Guidelines lay out qualifications for suppliers by either evaluating in absolute terms or percentages to determine if the supplier meets the objectives of your organization. These guidelines can include geographic location, workforce diversity, manufacturing within the state or province, providing fair wages or following environmentally sustainable practices, based on your organization’s goals.
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