Procurement scope
Through its Supplier Portal, PRISA provides a transparent and efficient communication channel, offering a clear and effective management model for the procurement of goods and services, aligned with the ethical, social, quality, and environmental standards established by the company.
Responsible procurement
PRISA extends its corporate culture across its entire supply chain through its Supplier Code of Ethics.
We incorporate sustainability criteria into all purchasing processes, with particular focus on environmental protection, human rights, information security, risk prevention, diversity, and inclusion. We also prioritize contracting local suppliers based in the countries where we operate.
What we buy
Below is an overview of the products and services regularly procured by PRISA Group companies, grouped into different categories:
- Paper: Mechanical pulp paper (newspapers, magazines, etc.) and chemical pulp paper (coated, offset, etc.).
- Printing and graphic services: Services and materials for prepress printing, binding, finishing, and handling.
- Audiovisual production supplies: Audiovisual duplication materials (CDs, DVDs, audio and video tapes), photography equipment, and audio and video equipment.
- Audiovisual production services: Services related to audiovisual production, including wardrobe and makeup, set design, production equipment, and radio broadcasts.
- Packaging: Pallets, cardboard, paper, plastic (straps, films, etc.).
- Other production materials: Various production supplies.
- Promotional items: Textiles, tableware, electronics, merchandise, etc.
- Utilities: Electricity, gas, fuel, and water supply services.
- Security and prevention: Security services and systems (waste management, fire protection, personal protective equipment, etc.).
- Independent professional services: Legal advice, consulting, auditing, sales agents, professional associations, news and photo agencies, translators, recruitment services, documentation services, outsourcing, etc.
- Conventions and meetings: Organization of conventions and internal meetings.
- Travel and transportation: Transport and accommodation.
- Insurance: Civil liability, credit and surety, property damage, life and accident, vehicle, IT equipment, inventory, multi-risk, etc.
- Banking services: Banks and financial institutions.
- Office materials and general office services: Office supplies, corporate printed materials, IT consumables, editorial materials, photocopying.
- Furniture: Office furniture and accessories.
- Courier and postal services: Domestic, international, and local courier services, and mail.
- Publications, subscriptions, and daily press: Subscriptions to various media outlets.
- Human Resources: Services related to training (languages, IT, and others), temporary staffing, uniforms and workwear, catering and vending, medical services, employee benefits (fuel cards, meal vouchers), employee gifts (Christmas baskets), and vehicle leasing.
- Advertising agencies
- Market research
- Events and public relations
- Media buying agencies
- Communications: Fixed and mobile telephony, data transmission, internet, satellite communications, and transmitter site services, as well as support and maintenance activities. Supply of associated equipment (videoconferencing, telephony, networking equipment, cabling, etc.).
- IT systems: Procurement of hardware (IT equipment, servers, peripherals) and software licenses for various platforms. Outsourced services such as IT consulting and website development and maintenance.
- Technical and distribution services: Hosting, housing, and streaming services.
- Construction and building renovation: Refurbishment and fit-out of buildings and offices.
- Building equipment and maintenance: Installation and maintenance of electrical systems, air conditioning, elevators, and office cleaning services.
- Industrial equipment and maintenance: Supply, repair, and maintenance of industrial machinery and installations.
- Leasing: Leasing of garages, buildings and offices, vehicles, land, warehouses, venues, etc.
- Royalties, rights, and intellectual property: Editorial, music, promotional, and commercial rights, as well as intellectual and industrial property.
- Independent professionals: Freelancers for audiovisual, radio, television, editorial, event, internet, press, and design projects.
- Programming and content acquisition: Audiovisual rights, photos, illustrations, image banks, music licensing, general and financial information, broadband content, etc.
- Press and publication distribution
- Freight and parcel transport
- Warehouse services
- Other transport services
Becoming a PRISA supplier
Through its Supplier Portal, PRISA provides a transparent and efficient communication channel, offering a clear and effective management model for the procurement of goods and services, aligned with the ethical, social, quality, and environmental standards established by the company.
Registration process
Once the registration process is complete, suppliers will be required to provide information regarding their performance in the areas of social responsibility, financial, tax, and labor compliance, human rights, environmental and quality management, occupational health and safety, and compliance with applicable laws in the countries where they operate.
Approval process
Becoming part of PRISA’s approved supplier pool gives companies access to current procurement processes, detailed tender specifications, and the supplier data PRISA holds relevant to negotiations and procurement processes.
Supplier training: the un global compact
PRISA, in collaboration with the UN Global Compact Spain, offers its suppliers access to a free training platform, Open Academy Spain, designed to train SME suppliers of large companies around the world on key sustainability topics.
We offer high-quality training opportunities to all companies that prioritize continuous learning as key to achieving their goals and making the best use of their resources.
We offer high-quality training opportunities to all companies that prioritize continuous learning as key to achieving their goals and making the best use of their resources.
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Procurement policy
The Procurement Department serves as the main point of contact for all suppliers, and coordinates relationships with all PRISA Group companies, ensuring a procurement process based on objectivity, impartiality, transparency, and non-discrimination. The department also ensures that the supply chain adheres to the principles established in the PRISA Supplier Code of Ethics, which all suppliers must accept.
To meet these objectives, PRISA evaluates suppliers based on the following criteria, depending on the specific product or service:
- Price, quality, and delivery times
- Communication and collaboration
- Service level
- National and international coverage
- Financial stability
- Technical and production capacity
Procurement processes
- Suppliers must be registered and approved to participate in any procurement process.
- PRISA’s procurement processes begin with a request for proposals sent to approved suppliers who meet the requirements for that specific process.
- Suppliers will receive electronic notification of their inclusion in the process and will be invited to submit an offer.
- Once all offers have been received, the Procurement Department, using an electronic negotiation platform, will conduct negotiation rounds with the suppliers offering the most competitive terms, until a final agreement is reached.