Strategic Procurement and Contracts

Strategic Procurement and Contracts

Strategic Procurement and Contracts (SPC) provides assistance to units and departments within Brown and plays a vital role in optimizing the relationship between the University and its Suppliers.

Strategic Procurement and Contracts supports the academic and administrative objectives, and financial health of Brown. Through innovative solutions and proactive management of key supplier partnerships and contracts, we strive to optimize value, quality and service while promoting supplier diversity and sustainable practices. In doing so, we are committed to advancing Brown’s values and fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and collaboration in all of our processes.

Strategic Procurement & Contracts (SPC) has established relationships and negotiated university-wide contracts with suppliers that include favorable terms and volume-based discounted pricing on the most commonly purchased goods and services.
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Announcements

Announcements From SPC

September 2024 SPC Newsletter

Did You Know? - A newsletter curated by the Office of Strategic Procurement and Contracts.
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Announcement From SPC

August 2024 SPC Newsletter

Did You Know? - A newsletter curated by the Office of Strategic Procurement and Contracts.
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Announcements from SPC

BCM Intake Form Edits: Competitive Sourcing Policy

Effective October 1, 2023, there will be a new update to the BCM Contract Request Form to support and ensure alignment with the University’s Competitive Bid/Quote Requirements and Sole Source Purchases Policy.
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Contact

Mailing Address

Strategic Procurement and Contracts (SPC)
Brown University
Box 1845
Providence, RI 02912

Phone

401-863-2206

Email

procurement@brown.edu