The Purchasing Department is a division of the Finance Administration. The primary function of the Purchasing Department is to engage in the procurement of goods, materials, and services in a timely, efficient, and effective manner, and at the best possible price. Although the City operates under a decentralized procurement system, the Purchasing Department acts as a liaison between the departments and vendors alike and ensures that the procurement process is carried out in accordance with the applicable City and State policies, and Federal rules and regulations. The major objectives of the Purchasing Department are to: ensure the City receives the best value obtainable for each tax dollar spent, promote free, open competition and equal opportunity for all vendors who seek to conduct business with the City, monitor vendor performance to ensure reliability, keep abreast of current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions, and new products.

Current Bid Opportunities can be found in the downloads under "Bid Solicitations."

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