Central Washington University

Purchasing

Contact Purchasing

The Purchasing Department is located on the 2nd floor of Mitchell Hall. The mailing address is:

Central Washington University
Purchasing Department, MS 7480
400 E University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7480

The general department phone number is 509-963-1002 and our fax number is extension 1623. The Purchasing Department hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.

The Purchasing Staff:

Communicates State and University purchasing policies and procedures.
Provides expertise in the acquisition of materials, supplies, equipment and services.
Ensures timely acquisitions' of goods and services.
Develops sources of supply.
Reviews requisitions, specifications and suggested sources of supply.
Receives, analyzes and awards competitive bids on requests for goods and services totaling $10,000–$100,000.
Establishes contracts through competitive bid process on items and services used repetitively.
Provides assistance and direction to departments in settling disputes with suppliers arising from purchase transactions.
Provides follow-up services on outstanding orders and resolves any problems that may arise.
Refers information about new and improved products to departments using those products.
Provides sources and pricing information to University departments.
Administers Purchasing Card program.
Coordinates equipment/furniture leasing/rentals/purchase.
Assists departments in returning purchased items.

For more information, please review Purchasing 101 training guide.

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