Policy TitleProcurement Policy
Last updateMay 2025
Policy OwnerProcurement Deparment

Commitment to Transparency and Efficiency

The University is committed to implementing a procurement policy based on the principles of transparency, fairness, fair competition, and efficient use of resources to ensure the best value for money and support its academic, research, and strategic goals.

This policy aims to regulate procurement and contracting processes to ensure integrity, enhance accountability, and preserve institutional funds.

1. Scope of Application

This policy applies to all procurement, supply, and contracting processes carried out in the name of the University, including:

  • Operational Procurement.
  • Equipment, Laboratories, and Capital Assets.
  • Consulting and Professional Services.
  • Expansion and Construction Projects.
  • Contracts with Suppliers and Service Providers

2. Principles of Institutional Procurement

The University bases its procurement processes on the following principles:

Fair Competition: Providing qualified suppliers with the opportunity to apply according to clear criteria.

Transparency: Clarity of technical specifications, contract terms, and evaluation procedures.

Fairness and Equal Opportunities: Non-discrimination among qualified suppliers

Value for Money: Achieving the best quality at the best total cost.

Compliance with Regulations: Adhering to applicable laws and regulations.

Preventing Conflicts of Interest: Disclosing any relationship that may affect the objectivity of the decision.

Procurement Procedures: 

Procuement processes are subject to organized mechanisms and procedures that include:

  • Determining the actual need and obtaining approval from the competent authorities
  • Preparing accurate and impartial technical specifications
  • Issuing tenders or requests for quotations in accordance with the approved financial limits
  • Evaluating bids according to predefined technical and financial criteria.
  • Approving the decision by the competent authority.
  • Documenting all stages of the procurement process. Qualifying and managing suppliers.
The university maintains a database of qualified suppliers, who are evaluated periodically based on:

  • Quality of products or services
  • Adherence to deadlines
  • Financial efficiency
  • Adherence to ethical standards

The university reserves the right to exclude any supplier found to be in violation of regulations or integrity standards

3. Oversight and Review

Procurement processes are subject to periodic internal audits to ensure

  • Adherence to approved procedures
  • Efficiency of spending
  • Prevention of any abuse or illegal practices
  • Periodic updates to policy in accordance with best institutional practices

4. Institutional Oversight

Procurement is an essential part of the university’s governance system and contributes to supporting its plans insuring optimal use of resources and achieving financial sustainability

 

 

 

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