Purchasing resource acquisition policy

Purpose
The goal of this policy is to ensure that products and services purchased by or contracted for
BizOps Enterprises conform to the organisations needs and comply with the BizOps
Sustainability environmental policy. BizOps will strive, where feasible, to use the most
efficient, effective and environmentally responsible purchasing process that meets the
organisations needs.
The emphasis on purchasing environmentally friendly products is part of the organisations
clear commitment to its customers, employees, and natural environment. It is hoped that by
having an environmentally sustainable purchasing policy, other producers and suppliers will
also be encouraged to support and adopt environmentally preferable products and practices.

Scope
This policy applies to the procurement of all goods, services, equipment and related services
undertaken by BizOps irrespective of the nominated settlement method. Settlement methods
include purchasing and contracting activities.

Policy statement
BizOps will maximise the benefits that can be delivered through effective, efficient and
environmentally responsible procurement of all goods and services. The organisation
endeavours to carry out all purchasing activities in a manner that is ethical, honest and fair to
all stakeholders.

Principles
The organisation will:

endeavour to always get value for money

be held accountable for all procurement results

ensure the decision-making process is transparent and documented

ensure that all staff involved in the purchasing process possess and demonstrate at all
times highly developed professional ethics and standards of personal integrity

comply with all aspects of Australian laws and regulations that pertain to purchasing
goods and services

integrate the practice of sustainability (wherever possible) into the acquisition of goods
and services by, where possible, prioritising products that:
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contain the highest percentage of postconsumer recycled content possible

are made with renewable energy

are reusable, recyclable or bio-based/compostable

have minimal packaging

serve several functions (e.g. generic cleaning detergents)

have minimal effect on the depletion of natural resources and biodiversity

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Document date: April 2015

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are provided by suppliers and contractors who, themselves conduct their businesses
in an environmentally friendly way.

All BizOps staff who are responsible for purchasing decisions will undergo training to ensure
they understand the requirements of this policy.
Noncompliance with the terms of this policy may lead to disciplinary action.

Authorised purchasing officers

Purchasing delegations are as follows:
Position

Purchase delegation limit

Senior management officers

Up to $5,000.00

Managing directors

$5,000.00 to $10,000

Chief Executive Officer

Unlimited

Associated policies and procedures

Refer to the procedures section of the intranet for the following:

Purchasing resource acquisition procedures

Sustainability environmental policy

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