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STAR Workshop – Ensuring Success: Strategic & Compliant Research Procurement (Part A, Online) – Nov. 20, 2025
Session Description
November 20, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Join this workshop on advanced researchprocurement to build confidence in navigating complex research purchasingprocesses. Deepen your understanding of open competitive procurement methods,such as RFPs, RFQs, RFSQs, and RFIs, and learn how to apply them effectivelyand compliantly. Stay informed on key procurement legislation such as BOBIA(Building Ontario Business Initiative Act), the PRP (Procurement RestrictionPolicy), and the ACAN (Advance Contract Award Notice). Designed for researchadministrators of all levels, this session provides practical tools, andresources to clarify roles and responsibilities, streamline workflows and supportstrategic choices in research-related purchases.
Presenter:
- ReneeCheng, Senior Procurement Officer, Research Portfolio,Procurement Services
Note: Ensuring Success: Strategic & Compliant Research Procurement (Part B, In-Person) is a separate and complementary optionalsession.
See the STAR program for resources and to learn about past events.
The STAR events are specifically intended for U of T staff administering research, such as business officers, research administrator/facilitators, strategic research officers, finance-related staff, and faculty.
Learning Objectives
- Effectively apply procurement strategies and successfully follow processes, specifically the Open Competitive Procurement including when and how to apply RFP (Request for Proposal), RFQ (Request for Quote), RFSQ (Request for Supplier Qualification), and RFI (Request for Information) methods
- Recall the phases, roles, and compliance requirements involved in initiating and managing procurement processes for research related purchases
- Understand and comply with current procurement legislation and regulations such as the BOBIA (Building Ontario Business Initiative Act), the Procurement Restriction Policy, and the ACAN (Advance Contract Award Notice)
- Find and use essential procurement tools and resources, such as templates, U of T supplier network, and customs broker to streamline procurement activities and make informed decisions in their day-to-day roles.