Procurement Process
As a potential supplier, it is important that you become familiar with some key elements of Blockbuster procurement process, should you be asked to respond to an RFP.
- Nondisclosure Agreement (NDA) - Each potential supplier is required to execute a Confidentialiaty and Nondisclosure Agreement before proceeding with any part of the procurement process.
- Agreement Terms and Conditions - Any purchase by Blockbuster in an amount greater than $500 requires a written agreement specifying the applicable terms and conditions. Such agreement may take
the form of a Blockbuster-issued Purchase Order and/or a Formal Contract reviewed and approved by the Blockbuster Law And Accounting/Finance Departments, is generally required for: (1) any supplier whose sales to Blockbuster exceed specified dollar threshold(s) on a cumulative annual basis; (2) any agreement pursuant to which Blockbuster's purchases are expected to exceed specified dollar amounts(s); or (3)any agreement that, regardless of amount, (i) extends for a term of more than once (1) year; (ii) contains an exclusivity provision; or (iii) involves quality. - United Nations Standard Products and Services Code - Blockbuster utilizes the United Nations Standard Products and Services Code (UNSPSC) to identify goods and services sold by its suppliers. The code is the most efficient, accurate and flexible classification system available today for Blockbuster to track and analyze spending. UNSPSC codes can be viewed via www.unspsc.com
- Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) - EDI is the electronic transmission of data including invoices advance ship notices, and other merchandising communication between Blockbuster and its suppliers Blockbuster can provide assistance on how to set up your business on EDI. For details , please contact our EDI department via email at ediinfo@blockbuster.com



