The Purchasing Division of the City of Perry is organized into two functions under the general direction of the
Department of Financial Services: purchasing & inventory control. The
City's Purchasing Administration is located in the Municipal Building,
1211 Washington Street, Perry, (lower level). Office hours are 8:00 to 5:00
Monday through Friday. The Purchasing Department conducts a surplus auction
annually. The goal of the department is to purchase all materials, services, equipment and supplies in the proper quantity, at the proper time, at the BEST price, through professional and ethical dealing.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Purchasing
Department is to provide responsive and efficient procurement services to the
City of Perry departments while maintaining the highest level of professional
ethics and integrity:
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Offer guidance on products,
sources, procurement options and City policies and procedures.
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Develop and implement
procedures to reduce overhead costs and paperwork.
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Manage a systematic procurement
process that provides for the acquisition of quality goods and services
through competitive bidding and contract buying practices.
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Furnish these services in a
timely manner to insure that the requirements of the City of Perry are met.
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Provide potential suppliers
with equal consideration of their products and services.
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Instill public confidence that
contracts are awarded in an equitable and economical manner.
The City of Perry Purchasing
Department will continue to strive for excellence in serving the City
departments with courteous and dedicated assistance to all of our customers.