Frequently Asked Questions

To participate in Emory University's supplier diversity program, please follow the instructions listed in “Doing Business with Emory."

There are a number of ways. The ideal diverse supplier will have:

• At least one diverse business classification
• A strong credit rating
• Positive brand recognition
• Solid references

Yes. Please see “How to Become a Vendor” [add link where bolded] for details.

Emory's Procurement and Support Services department:

• Works closely with the sourcing managers, buyers, and end users in sourcing diverse suppliers
• Negotiates industrial standard commodities with Small MWBEs
• Holds large contract suppliers accountable to assisting Procurement with Tier 1 Small MWBEs
• Assists with composing small business subcontracting plans (SBSPs) on all federal contracts that exceed $700,000
• Attends team meetings during the federal solicitation process and/or the Notification of Award (NOA)
• Encourages engagement and support from executive leadership
• Prepares documentation for the federal reporting process, including reports on whether minority goals have been achieved
• Tracks and monitors quarterly reports
• Coaches' diverse suppliers on how to do business with Emory University

Each year, Emory University spends approximately $___________ doing business with X number of small and diverse suppliers, with the goal of increasing dollar amounts and growing our supplier list over time. We procure services in:

• Planning, construction, and design
• Landscape architecture
• Real estate
• Facilities management
• Media operations
• Office Products
• IT hardware and peripherals
• Maintenance, Repair, and operations (MRO) supplies
• Scientific supplies and equipment
• Promotional Items