Supply the University of Manchester

The University of Manchester spends many millions of pounds each year on a wide range of goods, services and works that support our teaching, research and operational activities.

We are committed to conducting procurement activities in a fair, transparent and responsible manner, and we welcome suppliers who can help us deliver value, innovation and positive social impact.

Whether you are a local SME, a national organisation, a social enterprise or a global supplier, we encourage you to explore opportunities to work with us.

A Disability Confident Leader

In January 2024 we were awarded Disability Confident Leader status following our Disability Confident submission and its validation by the Business Disability Forum of which we are a member.  

The Disability Confident scheme, accredited by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), helps employers recruit, retain and train great people. Disability Confident organisations play a leading role in changing attitudes about, and increasing understanding of, disability. There are three levels of the scheme with Leader being the highest.  

Our Disability Confident Leader submission focused on the people we employ including staff, PGRs, apprentices, and those undertaking work experience and work placements. It also highlighted how we report our data and includes an ongoing commitment to annually report our Disability Pay Gap.