H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute

Supplier/Vendor Information

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Moffitt Cancer Center recognizes that working with a wide range of suppliers strengthens the communities we serve. The Cancer Center seeks to provide maximum opportunity to diverse suppliers that can meet the center’s procurement needs.

SUPPLIER OPPORTUNITIES

View a complete listing of upcoming Bid/RFP opportunities.

PURCHASE ORDER TERMS & CONDITIONS

This information contained within this Web site will assist all suppliers seeking to do business with the Cancer Center to:

  • Understand the criteria for the products and services it procures
  • Understand the business qualifications required for all suppliers
  • Understand what suppliers can expect to receive from the Cancer Center
  • Understand the process for becoming qualified to conduct business with the Cancer Center

Supplier Diversity

Moffitt Cancer Center welcomes the opportunity to develop mutually beneficial business relationships with qualified Small/Diverse Business Enterprises. Moffitt recognizes the importance of supplier diversity in all parts of our procurement and business practices and is committed to the development, growth and utilization of small/diverse businesses. Utilizing and strengthening small/diverse businesses contribute to the expansion and economic growth of the communities we serve.

To be included in Moffitt’s procurement process as a Small/Diverse Business Enterprise, you must register by completing the Online Vendor Profile Form and ensure that you identify your Small, Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise status in the Supplier Diversity section. The business must be certified and classified as any of the following: Minority Business Enterprise; Woman-Owned Business Enterprise; or Small Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. Copies of certifications must be submitted at the time of registration.

Certifications

Moffitt accepts the following Local, State and Federal Government agencies certifications:

Other certifications accepted include:

Supplier Diversity Contact:

  • Desiree Hanson, Supplier Diversity Program
    Moffitt Cancer Center
    12902 Magnolia Drive, MBC-PURCH
    Tampa, FL 33612

    Tel: 813-745-7810
    Fax: 813-449-8078
    Email: Desiree.Hanson@Moffitt.org   

Supplier Diversity Program Flier:

Upcoming Events

  • May 2-3, 2012
    The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) & The Procurements Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) at the University of South Florida (USF) 25th Annual Government Small Business Conference
    Higgins Hall
    5225 N. Himes Ave
    Tampa, FL 33614
    For additional information & registration details, CLICK HERE.

 

  • June 19-21, 2012
    Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) 2012 National Conference & Business Fair
    The Peabody Orlando, Orlando, Fl
    For additional information, CLICK HERE.

 

  • August 15-18, 2012
    Central & North Florida Minority Supplier Development Council (CNFMSDC) Annual Conference & Trade Show
    Disney Contemporary Resort, Orlando, Fl
    For additional information, CLICK HERE.

 

  • October 2-5, 2012
    Tampa Bay Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Conference 2012
    MainSail Conference Center
    5108 Eisenhower Blvd
    Tampa, FL 33609
    For additional information, CLICK HERE.

 

  • October 28-31, 2012
    National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) 2012 NMSDC Conference and Business Opportunity Fair
    Colorado Convention Center
    Denver, Colorado
    For additional information & registration details, CLICK HERE.

     

How to Become a Moffitt Qualified Supplier

All suppliers interested in conducting business with Moffitt must participate in a vendor certification process. Here are a few basics for initiating the process with our Purchasing Program:

  1. Complete the Online Vendor Profile Form which was developed to obtain contact information for your business and to provide our purchasing staff with basic information about your company. In addition, potential vendors will be asked to review the center’s policies that affect procurement services.
    Online Vendor Profile Form
  2. Once completed, the Vendor Application Form is electronically forwarded to the Purchasing Department where a member of the staff will review your application form. All potential vendors and its senior management will be screened through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Office of Inspector General and U.S. General Services Administration databases.
  3. Once all screenings have been completed, suppliers will receive a letter from the Purchasing Department with confirmation of application status.
  4. If your product or service is needed at present, a member of the Purchasing Department will contact you with information regarding the next steps and other pertinent details. In any event, your supplier information will remain in our database for future business opportunities identified by our purchasing professionals.

PURCHASE ORDER TERMS & CONDITIONS

PURCHASING CONTACTS

Vendor Selection Criteria

Moffitt is committed to the fair and equitable selection of vendors. All suppliers are evaluated based on the following criteria:

  • Quality of goods or services provided
  • Pricing
  • Product availability
  • Delivery methods
  • Ability to participate in e-commerce opportunities
  • Support services after purchase 
  • Adherence to the center’s policies
  • Acceptance of the center’s terms and conditions of purchase

What Can Suppliers Expect from the Cancer Center?

  • Information - We will provide you with as much information as possible about how the Cancer Center’s purchasing process works, as well as the specific requirements of a given project.
  • Access - We will make every attempt to put you in contact with the appropriate purchasing professional for your product or service. 
  • Fair Treatment - Our processes are set up to ensure equal and fair treatment to you and your company so that you can fully participate in the purchasing and contracting process.
  • Feedback - We will provide feedback regarding performance and other business issues.

It should be noted that the Cancer Center has established certain policies with regard to the purchasing process. These are routine business guidelines and apply to all vendors without respect to minority or gender classification. For more information about the purchasing policies and procedures, please download and review the following Guidelines for Vendors & Vendor Representatives brochure:

Guidelines for Vendors & Vendor Representatives

2011 Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct

Moffitt Cancer Center Terms and Conditions of Purchase

Contact Moffitt Purchasing Department

For answers to any question regarding the Cancer Center’s purchasing process, please contact: 813-745-7840

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