- epro@risd.edu
Procurement Services consists of the following RISD departments:
Procurement Services directly supports RISD's educational, environmental and administrative needs through the effective acquisition of, and payment for, required goods and services. Procurement Services oversees the management of the full procure-to-pay cycle, including:
- RFP development and competitive bidding
- Vendor and contract negotiations
- Execution of contracts and Purchase Order issuance through to validation of receipt
- Accurate and timely payment as required
- Independent Contractor guidelines and assistance
RISD Spending Guidelines
2023-2024 Academic Year Spending Guidelines
Procurement Services also oversees the college's Procurement Card program, Travel Management and RISD's participation in Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs). see Procurement Page for details
Procurement Services and Accounts Payable Best Practice Guide provides directons on most process and policy questions.
Staff
David Jay Director, Procurement Services 401 709-8545 djay@risd.eduAmy Barr Senior Strategic Procurement Agent 401 454-6441 abarr@risd.edu
Melanie Silva Credit Card Services, Travel & Reimbursement Administrator 401 454-6424 msilva01@risd.edu