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 Welcome...

The Central Purchasing Unit (CPU) can help you find a source of supply for all the goods and services you may require.  There are links from this site to national and regional contracts and also to sources of information and guidance within the HE sector.

Aims...

The aim of the Central Purchasing Unit is to offer a professional service; to add value by utilising commercial expertise; also to develop and maintain a framework for purchasing throughout the University; to provide an efficient and effective customer service.

Case Studies...

CPU & ISS PC Case Study 2012

CPU & ISS Case Study Joint Presentation 2012

Here to help...

We hope that you find our web pages helpful.  Should you you require any advice or assistance in relation to tendering, purchasing, obtaining quotations, or any other Procurement matter, please contact the Central Procurement Unit via procure@essex.ac.uk

Suppliers must not accept instructions or supply products without an official University purchase order, unless the purchase is made using a University Purchasing Card.