Australian Federal and State Government Contracts

Approving Authority:	Council
Establishment Date:	26 March 1997
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Contact Officer:	Director, Financial Services

6.6

Introduction Flinders University has access to all State and Commonwealth procurement contracts which may assist in better buying practices and obtaining value for money in the acquisition of goods. The contracts named ‘Common Use Contracts’ cover a wide range of products, including: computer equipment; computer software; office machines; vehicles; furniture; whitegoods; audio visual; protective equipment/clothing. Procurement contracts listing all products are accessible through the Assets Control Officer or by contacting Purchasing Australia, Adelaide, telephone 8237 2106.

Principle Products will be purchased through State or Federal procurement contracts except where a more suitable quotation is received or where such action is not warranted. 6.6.1 Personnel may telephone either the Assets Control Officer (ext. 12051) or Purchasing Australia, telephone 8237 2106 to access details of products available for purchase under Federal and State contracts. 6.6.2 The contract will indicate price at which goods are available and the name and address of suppliers who are parties to the agreement. 6.6.3 Having selected the supplier a purchase order will be raised in accordance with (section, 6.4.2). 6.6.4 The relevant Government contract number will be quoted on the purchase order. 6.6.5 The transaction will proceed in the same manner as other university purchases.