| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 54.15 |
| Liaison | Leslie North |
| Submission Date | March 3, 2017 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Western Kentucky University
OP-11: Sustainable Procurement
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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2.50 / 3.00 |
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Part 1: Institution-Wide Policies
Yes
A copy of the policies, guidelines or directives:
The policies, guidelines or directives:
The following content is included in the University Purchasing Policy, under the heading of Socially Responsible Purchasing:
"In the process of conducting business, the University will incorporate socially responsible purchasing. To the extent permitted by applicable law the University will be supportive of programs and activities that promote the ability of minority, woman and disabled business owners to compete equally for the opportunity to provide goods and services to the University. The University will also actively pursue products, services and activities that promote sustainability of our planet. The University will consider and pursue the safety of individuals and of our environment while conducting all purchasing activities."
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:
LCCA practices are not policy, however they are intrinsic in purchases related to renovation and construction, as WKU's commitment to LEED certification necessitates such considerations. Additionally, our goal to continued energy use reduction through efficiency and conservation strategies require such considerations when purchasing operational or infrastructure equipment (such as HVAC or grounds keeping equipment).
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:
Chemicals are used sparingly on the WKU campus, and criteria are included in contracted services. For example, custodial services uses Green Seal certified products. Grounds keeping uses organic fertilizers and integrated pest management. Pest control is presently out for bid and chemical sensitivity and sustainability are criteria in the RFP.
Construction and Renovation
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for construction and renovation products:
WKU's commitment to LEED certified building and renovation (stated in our Energy Policy) establishes criteria for construction and renovation products.
Information Technology (IT)
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for IT products and services:
WKU Information Technology (IT) offers a Recycled Computer Program, in which employees can purchase refurbished computers to reduce environmental impact and cost.
Additionally, IT purchases on EPEAT certified computers.
Information can be found at:
http://www.wku.edu/it/wku-computer-purchasing/
Food Services
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for food services:
All of these are covered under WKU's dining services contract with Aramark. Sustainability criteria (local sourcing, waste reduction, etc.) are included in the contract. We are entering into contract renewal, which improves or expands these criteria. Information will be updated on the website soon.
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:
This is not comprehensive to all services, however is applicable to many. For example, sustainability criteria are included in both RFPs and contracts for services such as custodial and pest management. Architecture and engineering services are advised of sustainability criteria such as LEED certification commitment.
Transportation and Fuels
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for transportation and fuels:
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Wood and Paper
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for wood and paper products:
Paper is required to be 30% recycled content at minimum. Wood products for construction and renovation is sourced to meet LEED requirements.
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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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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