Overview of Purchasing
The Business Manager facilitates the purchase of products and services through external vendors. Clark University works with a range of vendors to offer members sizable discounts, often at the lowest possible price. The Purchasing Office also offers options for travel, transportation, entertainment, and gifts.
SmartBuy Plus
SmartBuy Plus is an eProcurement system that provides an online portal for purchasing-related activities such as purchase orders, invoices, and approvals.
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Purchasing Resources
Via external suppliers, Clark employees can purchase products and services such as transportation, office supplies, and cell phones.
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Vendor Listing
View the list of vendors with which Clark University conducts frequent business and/or has special agreements for rentals, books, catering, and more.
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Group Purchasing
The University belongs to several group purchasing organizations that negotiate favorable contracts on behalf of their members, usually at the lowest possible price.
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Employee Discounts
Several businesses and vendors offer discounts on auto rental, cell phone service, dining, recreation, and more to Clark University employees.
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Copiers and Multi-Function Printers
Explore the capabilities of multi-function printers as well as the supplies and requirements to run them in your office.
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Policies and Procedures
Browse general guidelines, qualifications, preferred vendors, and other policies pertaining to purchasing.
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Travel Policy
Clark University’s travel policy is designed to provide guidelines and manage related expenditures in order to provide fair reimbursement.
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Entertainment and Gift Policy
Review the University-wide standards for payment of non-travel business meals, refreshments, gifts, and other hospitality expenses with University funds.
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Transportation for Hire
Transportation services are the preferred method of transporting students. The University uses vans, mini buses, and school buses.
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Purchasing Office
Purchasing Manager
Clark University
950 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610
1-508-421-7385
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.