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Mission Statement

The mission of the ULV Purchasing Department is to provide for the procurement of goods and services for University of La Verne departments with the objective that the goods and services will be available at the proper time, in the proper place, in quality, quantity and price that are consistent with the needs of the university. Central to this mission are the fostering of broad-based competition with integrity, the administration of ULV Purchasing Policies and Procedures.

The objectives of the Purchasing Department in carrying out the mission statement are:

  1. To ensure that money spent on goods and services required by the departments of ULV are used to the maximum extent possible. Sound, prudent, equitable and consistent procurement practices will be used to serve the business community.
  2. To identify and to implement ways in which technology can enhance the purchasing process.
  3. To constantly reevaluate its methods of procurement, will challenge vendors and suppliers to offer the best possible value to the university, and will strive for a procurement system that offers integrity, service, and quality to the community of the University of La Verne.
  4. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  5. To encourage open competition among vendors through fair negotiation, competitive bidding and contract buying.
  6. To maintain a commitment to excellence through professional ethics and best business practices.

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