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BNSF Suppliers

BNSF Suppliers

Access tools, requirements and resources to become a supplier or manage your supplier relationship.

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Becoming a BNSF supplier

BNSF works with suppliers that provide quality goods and services to support our operations. We build strong supplier relationships by focusing on safety, value, efficiency and ethical business practices.

Supplier code of conduct

We are committed to ethical business practices and legal compliance. Our Supplier Code of Conduct outlines the standards we expect suppliers to follow when working with BNSF. Key areas include:

Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Ethical business practices and anti-corruption
  • Labor and human rights
  • Environmental compliance and sustainability
  • Health and safety
  • Confidentiality and data integrity
  • Conflict of interest
  • Gift and entertainment policies

BNSF supplier portal

The supplier portal is a dedicated tool where onboarded suppliers can manage all Purchase Orders, Invoices and Payments:

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  • Request a PO price or quantity change
  • View a purchase order, invoice or payment
  • Run an open PO or Invoice report
  • Enter an invoice (restricted access)

Supplier resources

Find the documents, requirements and reference materials you need to work with BNSF.

BNSF Materials Purchasing Supplier Reference Guide

Shipping Instructions Guide

PO Terms and Conditions

General Terms and Conditions for Bidding

BNSF W9 Form

Tax Exempt Certificate

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Supplier contacts

Purchase Order, Material and Service-Related Inquiries

BNSF Material Freight Inquiries and Shipments