Dictionary of Procurement Terms

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  • Enabling Legislation

    An enacted law that provides authority to an official or entity.

  • Encoding

    The task, either by rewriting or transferring, of converting media of one source type into media of another source type.

  • Encryption

    The process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access. (Oxford Dictionaries)

  • Encumbrance

    The commitment of appropriated funds to purchase an item or service. To encumber funds means to set aside or commit funds for a specified future expenditure.

  • End Item

    A manufactured product that can be sold, distributed, or used, without any additional work being done on it.

  • End-user

    The individual or department who actually uses a procured good or service. End users may also be clients.

    See Also: Client

  • Energy Conservation

    1. A deliberate approach to the efficient use of energy to preserve natural resources. 2. A strategic plan that includes various elements of energy efficiency and energy reduction in all applicable areas of the supply chain.

  • Energy Efficiency Standards

    A performance standard for products that consume energy prescribing a minimum level of energy efficiency, or low rate of energy consumption for a given output.

  • Energy Star

    A federal standard applied to office equipment for the purpose of rating the energy efficiency of the equipment. Energy Star rated-computers, monitors, and printers save energy by powering down when not in use, resulting in a reduction in electrical bills and pollution levels. (Martin & Miller, 2006)

  • Engineer

    An engineer is an individual, partnership, or corporation that designs materials, structures, machines, and systems, considers the limitations imposed by practicality, safety, and cost, and adheres to local and national building codes.

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