Working with Newcastle
We obtain value for money for the works, goods and services the University requires.
Procuring responsibly
The Procurement Services team works with Faculties, Schools and Professional Services functions at the University. This ensures we procure responsibly and achieve best value for money.
We ensure all procurement is undertaken according to the following principles:
- openness
- transparency
- fairness
We purchase works, goods and services in a manner that shows we:
- meet these principles
- are compliant with financial regulations
- delegate authority
- provide value for money for the University
- promote diversity
- meet all legal and funding requirements placed on the University
Category areas of Procurement Services
Technology
Spend areas include:
- IT & telecom
- audio visual
- print and related services
- office
- computer & library supplies
- promotional goods
- engineering equipment
- supplies
Estates and facilities
Remit includes:
- construction of new buildings
- refurbishment of existing buildings
- landscaping
- construction professional services
- asbestos management
- mechanical and electrical works
- redecoration
- floor covering and roofing works
- signage and removal
- accommodation services
- hospitality
- commercial services
Laboratory and Medical Services
Remit includes:
- the purchase of high value laboratory equipment
- laboratory gases and related equipment
- life sciences reagents and kits
- antibodies
- tissue culture reagents and associated kits
- veterinary supplies
- research services
- personal protection equipment
Professional Services
Remit includes the purchase of the following services:
- legal
- audit
- consulting
- travel
- student services
- marketing
- recruitment
- insurance
- employee services