| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 65.74 |
| Liaison | Tavey Capps |
| Submission Date | Jan. 31, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Duke University
Tier2-2: Local Businesses
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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0.25 / 0.25 |
Tavey
Capps Environmental Sustainability Director Office of the Executive Vice President |
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Does the institution give preference to local products and businesses in its purchasing decisions? Local food purchases, which are covered in OP Credit 6: Food Purchasing, are not included in this credit.:
Yes
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A brief description of the program:
Duke University and Health System gives preference to locally-owned and operated firms. Through the green purchasing and supplier diversity programs, the Procurement Office makes every effort to first and foremost support local, diverse and green firms and see local purchasing as an extension of the larger sustainability efforts. A sample RF{ excerpt can be found below:
"Where possible, vendors are encouraged to use second-tier suppliers in close proximity to Duke. The use of local minority and women-owned businesses strengthens our commitment to the local economy."
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The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
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