Overview

The Procurement Department is the centralized authority responsible to review all City purchases in accordance with all Federal, State and Local procurement rules and regulations. The Procurement Department follows the National Institute for Government Public Procurement Values and Guiding Principles of Public Procurement. The Procurement Department offers support services to all departmental operations with an uninterrupted flow of materials and services by promoting a sincere commitment to provide customer friendly service to all departments in obtaining their requirements in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. 

Bid Preparation and Purchase Requisitions 

Competitive Bids and Requests for Proposals (RFP) are prepared, issued, evaluated and awarded. The use of State of Florida and other governmental entity contracts is also recommended. The Department processes purchase requisitions, issues City purchase orders and monitors City bidding and purchasing procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements.