1. HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH…

2. The fgcu effect
In just 20 years, FGCU has made an indelible impact on Southwest Florida
We are a catalyst for the area’s economy and a cultural hub for the community. Our students enjoy one of the highest graduate employment rates among the state’s universities. Our campus and region serve as a living laboratory from which life-improving discoveries emanate. And our sports teams energize the entire region. Inspiring those who inspire others- that’s the FGCU Effect!

3. FGCU Fun facts

4. we buy commodities Computers and Peripherals Office Supplies
OfficeEquipment and Supplies
Multimedia Equipment and Supplies
First Aid and Safety Equipment and Supplies
Arts, Crafts, and Music Equipment and Supplies
Software
Petroleum Byproducts, Chemicals and Gases
Sporting and Athletic Equipment and Supplies
Telecommunication Equipment and Supplies
Appliances and Home Goods
Automobiles
Office Furniture
Identification, Promotional, and Logo Apparel
Law Enforcement Equipment and Supplies
Maintenance, Repair and Operating Supplies
Signage

5. We buy services Leases of Equipment Leases of Property Moving
Temporary Services
Advertising
Transportation
Printing and Duplicating
Freight and Shipping
Janitorial
General Construction
Building Maintenance
Event Production
Consultants

6. construction
Facilities Planning oversees the Campus Physical Facilities Master Plan and the design, planning, and construction of all campus building and infrastructure projects. Campus maps, building activity, and schedules are available for your information.
Phone: (239)     Fax:     (239)  

7. Marketing your company
Contact the Office of Procurement Services
Complete a Vendor application
Provide catalog, company brochures, website and contact information
Schedule an appointment with the appropriate Purchasing Agent
Appointment hours- 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Monitor new opportunities on the FGCU Procurement website and Bonfire

8. Procurement website
Florida Gulf Coast University Procurement Services is comprised of purchasing, accounts payable, the travel desk, and the purchasing card program. Procurement Services is committed to serving the needs of the university students, faculty, staff and the greater Southwest Florida community.

9. bonfire https://fgcu.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
Contract and Project Management Portal
Open Solicitations
Vendor Registration and Management

10. Vendor registration Registration
In order to do business with Florida Gulf Coast University, all vendors must apply and register with the Office of Procurement Services.
To register, vendors must complete both of the following forms:
Vendor Registration
Registration is free, please choose the correct registration link where applicable
Registration necessary in order to be notified when the University posts a public solicitation
Vendor Application - choose the appropriate version below
Domestic Vendor
Foreign Vendor
Foreign Vendors will need to complete either; W-8BEN if you are an foreign person, or W-8BEN-E if you are a foreign entity.
Once all documents have been completed and signed, please the appropriate Vendor Application Packet to the following

11. solicitations Solicitation Documents
When responding to a solicitation document, always refer to and follow the instructions specified within the respective solicitation document.  Registration with Public Purchase is necessary in order to be notified when the University posts a public solicitation.  Please visit our Vendor Registration page for instructions.
Invitation to Negotiate (ITN)
The Invitation to Negotiate is a competitive solicitation for goods or services where factors other than price are to be considered in the award determination.  These factors may include vendor experience, scope of work, specific features of a product, etc.  
Invitation to Bid (ITB)
The Invitation to Bid is generally used to purchase goods and/or services with defined specifications.  Responses must be in writing and must be delivered sealed to the Office of Procurement Services.   ed or faxed responses from vendors are acceptable only if so stated in the ITB.  
Request for Proposal (RFP)
A Request for Proposal may be used in establishing contracts which seek creativity or different ways of accomplishing a task; usually the specifications cannot be easily defined.  Responses to RFP's must be in writing and delivered sealed to the Office of Procurement Services.  
Request for Quotation (RFQ)
A Request for Quotation is generally used for soliciting quotes for products and services that are as standardized as possible so as to ensure each vendor's quote is comparable.  RFQ's can be submitted via , mail, or delivered to the Office of Procurement Services.

12. Spend thresholds
ORDERS UP TO AND INCLUDING $5,000- Purchases with value up to $5,000 are made from vendors who are supplying the item at a reasonable price and with an appropriate quality level. Although these purchases do not require a formal quotation, it is recommended they are done using good procurement practices.
PURCHASES BETWEEN $5,001 UP TO AND INCLUDING $9,999-Purchases in this dollar range require two to three verbal quotes, where practical.
PURCHASES BETWEEN $10,000 UP TO AND INCLUDING $74,999 -The level at which a requisition requires 2-3 written quotes, where practical. 
PURCHASES INCLUDING AND OVER $75,000- Purchases at this level require formal solicitations for the purchase of commodities and contractual services.
LEASE OF SPACE
All leases of space totaling over 5,000 square feet must be competitively solicited.

18. Contact us
Florida Gulf Coast University Procurement Services FGCU Blvd S South Village Modular 1 Fort Myers, Florida (239)