| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 75.79 |
| Liaison | Robert Stroufe |
| Submission Date | Sept. 22, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Chatham University
OP-15: Inclusive and Local Purchasing
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.25 / 1.00 |
Mary
Whitney University Sustainability Coordinator Office of Sustainability |
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Does the institution have an institution-wide stated intent to support disadvantaged businesses, social enterprises, and/or local community-based businesses?:
Yes
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A copy of the policy, guidelines or directive governing inclusive and local purchasing:
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The policy, guidelines or directive governing inclusive and local purchasing:
Chatham University has a preference for choosing women-owned businesses, and recently used such businesses for a combined federal and state grant program. Chatham University also uses several women-owned marketing firms.
In addition, the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Chatham University (CWE) has developed new and innovative programs that assist women in Southwestern Pennsylvania to develop and expand new businesses.
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Does the institution wish to pursue Part 2 of this credit (inclusive and local expenditures)?:
No
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The percentage of total purchases from disadvantaged businesses, social enterprises and/or local community-based businesses:
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The website URL where information about the institution’s inclusive and local purchasing policies and/or program is available:
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