Purchasing

The purchasing of goods and services at Mount Royal University (MRU) is primarily the responsibility of Procurement Services.  The objective of Procurement Services is to acquire goods and services in a competitive manner that results in the best overall value to MRU.  Procurements of goods, services and construction are subject to regional and national trade agreements and internal governance in accordance with policies and procedures.

How to become a Vendor

New vendors may be sourced directly by departments or by Procurement when they have responded to a competitive bid opportunity. Vendors who are interested in supplying goods or services to Mount Royal University are encouraged to watch for opportunities on the MRU Euna Procurement Portal and the Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC). Bid opportunity notices are advertised on APC, and corresponding bid documents are made available through Euna Procurement. MRU welcomes responses from any interested bidder who is able to meet the stated bid requirements.

New Vendors should also ensure they review the MRU "Invoicing Procedures" and “Purchase Order Terms and Conditions”.

Purchase Order Terms and Conditions

Invoicing Procedures

Customs

Mount Royal University’s Customs Broker is Livingston International.

Bill S-211

The measures introduced through former Bill S-211, An Act to enact the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act and to amend the Customs Tariff (the Act), by the Government of Canada on Jan. 1, 2024, aim to increase industry awareness and transparency and drive businesses to improve practices. Certain entities and government institutions, including Mount Royal University, must submit an annual report detailing the steps taken during the previous financial year to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour is used by them or in their supply chains. Review Mount Royal’s compliance report for April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024.