Supplier Diversity
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) will actively encourage, promote and support the use of small and diverse businesses in our supply chain through close collaboration with internal teams, external organizations and partners.
This plan shall apply to all purchases of goods and services, including contracts for construction, made by OHSU consistent with federal, state and OHSU policies.
Call to Action
Lifting disadvantaged and underrepresented communities using our buying power is not just about being a good corporate citizen, it is our social commitment to the communities in which we live and operate. Our Supplier Diversity initiative will generate economic opportunities for disadvantaged and underrepresented businesses. It is not only a business imperative, but more importantly a moral one.
Connection to the OHSU 2025 plan
This initiative aligns with the OHSU 2025 plan, which is built around our vision:
OHSU will partner to make Oregon a national leader in health and science innovation for improving the health and well-being of all Oregonians and beyond.
Mission
Mission
OHSU is committed to building an inclusive, comprehensive and innovative Supplier Diversity Program that aligns with our mission, vision and values and is integrated into our strategic sourcing and procurement processes. This mission aims to promote economic growth and vitality in various communities by forming partnerships with businesses, supporting their development and collaborating with like-minded community organizations.
Vision
Vision
A movement, not a moment!
Embed diversity into the essence of our Strategic Sourcing Value Proposition by:
- Developing a strong change management which fosters the continual change effort, provides transparency to goal attainment and supports the general health of the program
- Positioning OHSU as a Supplier Diversity thought leader to community partners and advocacy groups
- Quantifying the economic impact of our spending with diverse suppliers
Supplier Diversity Strategic Plan
We are committed to increasing supply chain opportunities
for certified diverse suppliers by providing access to
contracting opportunities and supporting supplier
development. Diversity, equity and inclusion should be
integrated into all of our mission strategies and community
partnerships, just like compassionate care, quality and
excellence, going forward. This will be reflected in the way
we use the strengths of all members and in all we do —
from hiring to contracting with suppliers and to creating
a welcoming environment for our patients and others
we serve. The following plan reflects how we will go forward.
Team
