UNITE FOR CHILDREN

Procuring supplies for children

Supply Division Annual Reports - Old

 

2006
In 2006, UNICEF procured vaccines for 40 per cent of the world’s children, antiretroviral medicines for 49 countries, and remained one of the largest buyers of mosquito nets and therapeutic food for children and infants in the world. Over 12 million children went back to school in 2006 with the support of UNICEF educational supplies. Supply Division Annual Report 2006 [PDF].

 

2005
2005 was an extraordinary year with its series of natural disasters, food crises, and conflicts. Supply Division placed increased emphasis on emergency preparedness and response, including strengthening the capacity of governments and partners to prepare effectively, and develop joint emergency planning mechanisms. Supply Division Annual Report 2005 [PDF]. See also online version.

 

2004
In 2004, the Division strengthened its expertise in the areas of antiretroviral medicines and emergency coordination. During the year, the second of UNICEF's emergency supply hubs opened in Dubai. A special panel on UNICEF Procurement Services explains its extended reach, and notable projects in 2004. Supply Division Annual Report 2004 [PDF]

 

2003
Innovations in 2003 include the introduction of many new kits, and the opening of UNICEF's first strategic emergency warehouse in Johannesburg, South Africa. A special feature article on two very different emergencies in 2003 -Iran and Iraq - explains how UNICEF's emergency preparedness is critical. Supply Division Annual Report 2003 [PDF]

 

 

2002
Innovations in 2002 included implementation of the warehouse barcoding system and on-line registration for Procurement Services customers. A special feature article on Afghanistan describes how the largest UNICEF purchasing project ever enabled 2.9 million Afghan children to return to school. Supply Division Annual Report 2002 [PDF]

 

 

2001
Procurement of vaccines and immunization supplies totalled $261 million in 2001. This was reinforced by the implementation of GAVI. UNICEF’s other priorities were in purchasing of water and sanitation equipment ($55million), medical supplies and equipment ($38 million), education supplies ($34.6 million) and nutrition products ($19.4 million). Supply Division Annual Report 2001 [PDF]

 

 

2000
In 2000, global procurement amounted to $502 million worth of supplies and services. Offshore procurement by Copenhagen and New York totalled $288 million, with UNICEF country and regional offices buying supplies worth $214 million. The Copenhagen warehouse shipped $56.3 million worth of goods. Procurement services orders amounted to $67 million. Supply Division Annual Report 2000 [PDF]

 


 

 

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UNICEF Supply Catalogue

The UNICEF Supply Catalogue contains specifications for some 1,700 commodities based on the long experience of UNICEF Supply Division.

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