Sustainable Sourcing Program

Overview

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) is on a mission to bring automation, innovation and optimization into our goods and services procurement process, while increasing our connections with suppliers. 

Sustainable Sourcing at Blue Cross is a business strategy that seeks to identify qualified suppliers to provide effective and relevant services, products and programs that improve health outcomes while serving people in communities where they live.

Our mission is to create an environment of opportunity for qualified suppliers through working relationships that yield a business advantage while obtaining competitive pricing plus high quality and exceptional service.

Code of conduct

Blue Cross is committed to ensuring we partner with suppliers who support and adhere to our core values and beliefs. Our supplier Code of Conduct serves to outline our expectations to ensure consistent compliance from all third-party suppliers.

2025 Third Party Code of Conduct

Travel Reimbursement Policy

Blue Cross will reimburse contractors, consultants and vendors for necessary travel costs while conducting Blue Cross business. Check our policy to learn what expenses are covered and how to request reimbursement. 

Read the Vendor Expense Reimbursement Policy

Support

Supplier help

If you have questions about the supplier registration or RFP process, please e-mail us at vendorinfo@bluecrossmn.com.