| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 61.14 |
| Liaison | Jeff Spoelstra |
| Submission Date | Feb. 28, 2019 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Western Michigan University
OP-11: Sustainable Procurement
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.25 / 3.00 |
Wendy
Vander Meulen Director, Logistical Services FM |
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Part 1: Institution-Wide Policies
No
A copy of the policies, guidelines or directives:
The policies, guidelines or directives:
The following page covers all products that WMU has a policy or procedure for procuring: https://wmich.edu/logisticalservices/purchasing/policies-procedures
Certain products:
* For paper, 30% recycled content is required. See attached “WMU Paper Statement on Staples Site" for the language we have on the Staples website (our office supplies provider).
* For appliances, all must be Energy Star rated.
* For computers, all must be Energy Star rated.
* For cleaning products and equipment, there is a Green Cleaning policy.
https://wmich.edu/sites/default/files/attachments/u218/2013/WMU-Statement-of-Fair-Contracting-Commitment.pdf
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:
The LCCA policies seek to minimize building life cycle costs, direct and indirect, relating to energy use, maintenance, waste disposal and occupant health & productivity. LCCA policies also aim to minimize environmental impacts throughout the building life cycle, including product manufacturing, construction, use/occupancy, and demolition or renovation/reuse as well as optimize indoor environmental quality. See the attached link for LCCA policy details.
http://www.fm.wmich.edu/ap/sg/guidelines/Admin_Guidelines_Life%20Cycle%20Design__current.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
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for chemically intensive products and services:
For chemically intensive products and services (e.g., building and facilities maintenance, cleaning and sanitizing, landscaping and grounds maintenance) we buy products that align with the Green Seal certification.
Construction and Renovation
Yes
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for construction and renovation products:
For Construction and Renovation for new construction we write the RFPs to indicate a specific LEED rating we intend to achieve and ensure the hired firm has appropriate experience to meet that LEED rating. We also have requirements to purchase Energy Star rated appliances.
Information Technology (IT)
No
A brief description of the published sustainability criteria for IT products and services:
For computers, all must be Energy Star rated.
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:
For Professional Services, specifically while hiring architectural firms for design on new construction, we write the RFPs to indicate a specific LEED rating we intend to achieve and ensure the hired firm has appropriate experience to meet that LEED rating.
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:
For paper, 30% recycled content is required.
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:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
The only published criteria for the below items is the screenshot from Staples for our paper, and our Energy Star Policy on our website.
(https://wmich.edu/logisticalservices/purchasing/policies-procedures).
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.