Procurement
In support of the instructional, educational and research goals of Worcester Polytechnic Institute, the Procurement Department will provide the WPI community with quality, cost-effective and expedient procurement services. These services are delivered with professional, ethical, and courteous principles in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines.
The Department is responsible for procedures involving:
- Formal solicitations; conducting bid proceedings and evaluating bid responses
- Discount pricing available through contracts and agreements negotiated for WPI
- Supplier identification and selection
- Supplier registration
- Acquisition of equipment, furnishings, supplies, and software
- Purchasing Card Administration
- Leasing arrangements for printers and copiers
- Asset management, preventative maintenance, and inventory
The Procurement staff is available to assist departments and works collaboratively to communicate with suppliers, facilitate the supplier relationship, and execute purchase orders.
Commonly Used Forms
Foreign Supplier Registration Form (PDF) – Foreign WPI suppliers must complete registration and the related IRS form.
WPI Terms & Conditions (PDF) - The Institute's official purchase order terms and conditions.
WPI Preferred Suppliers
WPI Preferred Local Hotel Agreements
WPI Preferred Local Hotel Agreements (PDF)
Preferred Hotel Reservation Instructions (PDF)
WPI Preferred Transportation Service Agreements
Private limo/car service is only available when two or more WPI employees are included in the trip. Individual travelers should use Knight’s Limousine’s shared van service.