Implementing values-based purchasing can be complex.
Take a Phased Approach
Phase 1
Assess
In this phase, institutions identify which values they already hold, how those values are present or emerging in their procurement practices, and how food is currently purchased in their institution. This information builds the foundation for implementing values-based purchasing.
Phase 2
Prepare
In this phase, institutions identify the critical building blocks needed for implementing values-based purchasing, including establishing purchasing guidelines, identifying vendors, staffing teams, securing funding, and making public commitments.
Phase 3
Implement
In this phase, institutions operationalize values-based purchasing practices, including drafting requests for proposals (RFPs), contracts, and purchasing commitments.
HOW TO USE THE TOOLKIT
Legal tools for values-based procurement
The toolkit helps institutions learn about values-based procurement by reviewing each step of the procurement process. Along the way, it provides ways for you to take action with ready-to-use legal templates, real-world examples, and more. Each section provides tools ready to integrate into an institution’s existing documents and workflows.
Build your own document
Copy Snippets
Throughout the toolkit, you will find ready-to-use legal language, including model recommendations and alternatives, that can be used in purchasing commitments, RFPs, contracts, and other documents needed to implement values-based purchasing. You can edit the language to fit your institution’s unique operational and contextual realities.
Structure your documents
Downloadable Templates
This toolkit also offers more complete, downloadable templates to help incorporate values-based purchasing into the standard documents your institution already uses.
Explore Supporting Resources
Learn from what others have done, deepen your understanding, and find other resources that support your next steps.
Learn from others
Real World Examples
Values-based purchasing works differently across institutions. See examples of how institutions incorporate values-based procurement practices into their operations.
Find out more
External Resources
A curated list of external resources to support your work. Follow the links to guides, reports, and tools from other organizations working in this space.
Clarify terminology
Glossary
Values-based purchasing can include some unfamiliar terminology. This glossary defines the key terms you will encounter across the toolkit and in the field.
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Institutional Self-Assessment
Identify the strengths and challenges for your institution when implementing values-based purchasing.
Implementation Guide
A step-by-step guide for implementing values-based purchasing in your institution.