Office of Purchasing & Contracting
Welcome to Contracting and Procurement Services!
Our Mission
PSU’s Office of Contracting and Procurement provides guidance, support and leadership throughout the campus procurement process to support the academic and research mission of the University. Our commitment is to provide fair, cost effective, efficient procurement services that promote integrity, transparency, and accountability.
CAPS is committed to pursuing best value solutions through fair competitive processes, while maintaining professionalism, customer service, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Our Services
- Review, negotiation and execution of contracts
- Provide support for personal services contracting (PSC)
- Issue purchase orders (PO)
- Develop and manage solicitations including Request for Quotes (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitations to Bid (ITB), and Request for Information (RFI).
- Provide contractor and supplier recommendations
- Provide training on best contracting and procurement practices
- Conduct market research on goods and services
- Promote the purchase of sustainable products and equipment
- Promote the use of Minority, Women and Emerging Small Businesses (MWESB)
Ethics
All PSU staff and faculty are subject to the Oregon Ethics Laws (ORS 244). Contracting with any business in which you or your family member has a financial interest in may be a conflict. If you have any questions or concerns of this nature, please contact the Office of Contracting and Procurement before proceeding.
- OUS Financial Irregularity Policy
- ORS Chapter 244, Government Standards and Practices
- Code of Ethics (OAR 580-061-0000)
- Things Public Official Should Know About Oregon’s New Government Ethics Law
- Oregon University System Code of Ethics
- Procurement Evaluation Committee Member Declaration of No Conflict of Interest
Contact Us
Phone:
(503) 725-3441
Email:
Location:
MCB 260
Hours:
8 am ~ 5pm, Monday to Friday
