Section: CSU POLICY MANUAL FOR CONTRACTING & PROCUREMENT

Policy Number: 5104.0

Policy Title: Role of the Chancellor's Office Contract Services & Procurement (CS&P) Department

Policy Effective Date:

Last Revision Date:
(see revision history)

POLICY OBJECTIVE

To establish system wide contracting and procurement policy as required by Education Code 89036.

POLICY STATEMENT

The role of the Contract Services & Procurement Department (CS&P) is to develop, maintain, and administer Trustees' policy related to public procurement practices in the CSU. The Department serves as a legislative advocate, maintains systemwide data and procurement information resources and serves as a liaison to other California and non-California entities. CS&P also facilitates the Target of Procurement program, training, and other procurement management functions. It is directly responsible for purchasing and contracting functions in support of Chancellor's Office operations, including systemwide strategic initiatives, as requested.

APPLICABILITY AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

REVISION HISTORY

RESOURCES AND REFERENCE MATERIALS

Useful Guidelines:

Related Principles:

Sound Business Practices:

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COGNIZANT OFFICE(S)

CO Manager:

Tom Roberts
Director, Contract Services & Procurement
CSU Office of the Chancellor
troberts@calstate.edu

Subject Expert:

Tom Roberts
Director, Contract Services & Procurement
CSU Office of the Chancellor
troberts@calstate.edu

Affinity Group:

Procurement and Support Services Officers

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