This policy outlines Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University’s (SNRU) approach to engaging external suppliers to ensure that all procurement practices align with the university’s commitment to ethical, sustainable, and responsible operations. By implementing measures for selecting and monitoring suppliers, SNRU aims to foster partnerships that support quality, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship.
1. Policy Statement
SNRU is dedicated to selecting external suppliers who share the university’s values of ethical conduct, quality assurance, and sustainability. This policy provides guidelines for evaluating, engaging, and monitoring suppliers, ensuring all goods and services procured meet high standards of quality, ethics, and environmental responsibility.
2. Scope
This policy applies to all university departments and personnel involved in the procurement process. It covers the selection, engagement, and management of external suppliers for goods, services, and projects across the university.
3. Guiding Principles
– Ethical and Fair Practices: Ensure all suppliers uphold ethical standards, including fair labor practices, human rights, and anti-corruption measures.
– Environmental Responsibility: Prioritize suppliers who demonstrate environmentally sustainable practices, such as reduced emissions, waste reduction, and the use of eco-friendly materials.
– Quality Assurance: Engage suppliers who provide high-quality products and services that meet the university’s standards and contribute to the safety, well-being, and satisfaction of the university community.
– Local and Community Support: Where feasible, prioritize local suppliers to support the regional economy and foster community development.
4. Supplier Engagement Measures
– Supplier Evaluation Criteria: Suppliers must undergo a rigorous evaluation based on their ethical standards, environmental practices, quality certifications, and financial stability. Preference will be given to those with relevant certifications, such as ISO 14001 for environmental management.
– Inclusion of Ethical and Environmental Clauses in Contracts: All supplier contracts must include clauses requiring adherence to ethical practices, environmental guidelines, and compliance with university policies.
– Regular Monitoring and Compliance Audits: Conduct periodic audits and evaluations of suppliers to ensure compliance with SNRU’s standards. Non-compliant suppliers may be subject to contract termination or exclusion from future engagements.
– Support for Supplier Development: Where appropriate, SNRU will provide guidance and resources to help suppliers improve their practices in areas of sustainability and ethics.
5. Implementation and Accountability
– Each department is responsible for following the university’s supplier engagement policy and ensuring that all procurement aligns with SNRU’s ethical and environmental goals.
– The Procurement Office, in coordination with the Office of Environmental Sustainability, will oversee supplier evaluations, contracts, and compliance monitoring.
– This policy will be reviewed annually to incorporate new standards, industry practices, and improvements based on supplier feedback and evaluation outcomes.
6. Awareness and Training
– Provide regular training for procurement personnel on ethical sourcing, environmental standards, and responsible supplier engagement to ensure consistent application of this policy.
– Inform all suppliers of SNRU’s commitment to responsible practices, sharing guidelines and expectations to foster mutual understanding and cooperation.
7. Compliance and Non-Compliance
– Suppliers are required to adhere to the standards set forth in this policy. Non-compliance will be addressed through corrective measures, up to and including termination of the supplier relationship.
– SNRU encourages suppliers to continuously improve their practices to meet evolving sustainability and ethical standards.
Announcement on January 2023