At Covista, we’re building America’s healthcare workforce and that requires partners who share our commitment to quality and excellence. Supply Management delivers total value management through supplier relationships that serve our network of institutions and ultimately the students we serve. Total value management combines superior service, cost effectiveness, ethical business practices and innovative ideas that help us prepare practice-ready healthcare professionals.
On this section of the Covista’s website are the policies and practices required for all suppliers. Organizations interested in becoming a supplier to Covista and its network of institutions are required to read and adhere to the Supplier Code of Conduct. The Purchase Order Terms and Conditions provide the foundation for building solid relationships with our suppliers.
Contact Information
Supply Management
Covista Inc.
233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60606
312-651-1400
Hours of operation for Supply Management are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST, Monday-Friday.
Supplier Sales Calls
The members of Supply Management meet with suppliers by appointment only. Cold calls and visits without a specific purpose will not be honored.
Requirements for Doing Business with Covista
The Supplier Code of Conduct provides details on Covista’s business requirements. The following summaries are highlighted for emphasis.
Legal Compliance
Covista expects our suppliers to comply with all applicable laws, including laws related to employment practices, discrimination, environment and health and safety. Suppliers who violate such laws will be replaced.
Data Privacy
Protecting the privacy of our students' data is a top priority for Covista, and we have implemented strict data privacy practices. Suppliers that must be provided access to students' data are responsible to preserve the integrity, security and confidentiality of all such data.
Publicity
Covista does not allow its suppliers to publicize their relationship with Covista or its institutions, nor to display the Covista logo, or those of its institutions, unless specifically allowed to do so under written approval. Such approval is for one purpose and one use and is not transferrable to other uses.
Gratuities
Suppliers may not offer any gratuity, gift, favor or advantage to any Covista colleague. Exceptions to this policy are business meals and marketing items such as pens, calendars and advertising items of low cost.