| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 53.46 |
| Liaison | Winnie Mulamba |
| Submission Date | March 13, 2017 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
OP-11: Sustainable Procurement
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
2.00 / 3.00 |
Sara
Snader Sustainability Intern Facilities Services |
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Part 1: Institution-Wide Policies
Yes
A copy of the policies, guidelines or directives:
The policies, guidelines or directives:
Guidelines:
1.) All USF personnel will purchase recycled and environmentally preferable products
whenever practicable.
2.) USF Departments will purchase alternative fuel vehicles as mandated by State/Federal guidelines.
3.) USF Purchasing Services will promote the use of recycled and other environmentally
preferable products by publicizing its sustainable procurement program. Marketing
materials should make reference to the University of South Florida's commitment and
leadership in the use of recycled and environmentally/ socially preferable products.
4.) USF Purchasing Services will make every effort to secure contracts with vendors that are socially and environmentally conscientious, and certified green whenever practicable.
Part 2: Life Cycle Cost Analysis
Yes
Which of the following best describes the institution’s use of LCCA?:
Institution employs LCCA less comprehensively, e.g. for certain types of systems or projects and not others
A brief description of the LCCA policy and/or practices:
Energy life cycle cost analysis complying with University requirements must be conducted:
i. when the project provides thirteen-thousand (13,000) or more new gross square feet
or an estimated total new HVAC load of forty (40) tons or more; or,
ii. when the project includes renovation of space and new HVAC air handling units for
which the load is forty (40) tons or more
from: https://stars.aashe.org/media/secure/874/6/509/2901/sustainability-best-practices.pdf
Part 3: Commodity-Specific Sustainability Criteria
To count, the criteria must address the specific sustainability challenges and impacts associated with products/services in each category, e.g. by requiring or giving preference to multi-criteria sustainability standards, certifications and labels appropriate to the category. Broader, institution-wide policies should be reported in Part 1, above.
Chemically Intensive Products and Services
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for chemically intensive products and services:
All chemicals and equipment used for cleaning at USFSP must meet or exceed the USGBC LEED’s guidelines and must be proven sustainable products.
By procuring goods with fewer or no toxic chemicals, departments can reduce their
hazardous waste disposal, future liability concerns, and the risk of occupational exposure
and spills. Low-toxicity products such as mercury-free medical supplies, printing ink low
in volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and chlorine free cleaning supplies are increasingly available and cost-competitive. Green Guard certification is also used when purchasing VOC products.
Construction and Renovation
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for construction and renovation products:
Any new construction must be certified LEED Silver as stated in the Campus Master Plan 2015-2025.
http://www2.usfsp.edu/facilities/master_plan/master_plan_amendment_1.pdf
Information Technology (IT)
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for IT products and services:
Energy Star rated computers and appliances are used and must meet sustainability standards. Also, Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) is used during procurement of technology.
Food Services
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for food services:
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Garments and Linens
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for garments and linens:
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Professional Services
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for professional services:
Yes, USFSP requires LEED AP credentialing on all architectural, construction and engineering related projects.
Transportation and Fuels
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for transportation and fuels:
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Wood and Paper
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for wood and paper products:
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Other Commodity Categories
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for other commodity categories:
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Optional Fields
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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