Welcome TO THE PURCHASING OFFICE
The Purchasing Office (PURO), being the University’s centralized purchasing agent, aims to provide professional and high quality services to assist users in acquiring the goods and services required, whilst ensuring compliance with the University’s Purchasing and Tendering Regulations and Procedures (PTRP). We aim to ensure public funds are properly spent and obtain goods and services at the best value for money. Customer Service and Compliance with Regulations are the core values of our office. Our motto is : Delivering high quality service whilst complying with policy.
Stay Cautious to Suspicious Emails and Orders
One of HKUST’s suppliers has recently fell victim to a deceptive activity via scam email and incurred financial loss. Purchasing Office (PURO) has encouraged the supplier to report the case to the Police, and hereby reminds all existing/ potential suppliers to stay cautious to suspicious orders and emails, for example, instructing a delivery location that is not at Clear Water Bay Campus or other HKUST premises. Also, the University has established procurement and tender procedures covering purchases of any value. It is recommended that you always stay alert and when in doubt, please call Keith NGO of PURO (Tel: 2358 7936) to double confirm the order.
Full Launch of e-Tender Submission and Phase out of Physical Tender Box
With effect from 1 January 2024, HKUST PURO will fully implement e-tender submission. ALL tender responses should be submitted via e-tendering system, and NO other submission method will be accepted. The physical tender box located at PURO Office will then be sealed and phased out. It’s highly recommended that you submit your tender documents as early as possible before tender due date and avoid the last minute submission. If you encounter any difficulties in submission, please contact the person listed in the tender invitation as early as possible.