To provide the best service possible to all City departments, procure the highest quality products at the lowest possible price, and to ensure an atmosphere of equality to all vendors without influence or political pressure.
The Purchasing Division is responsible for overseeing the purchase of all goods and services. The City operates as a centralized purchasing body.
The Purchasing Division is a service department and should be included in all stages of acquisition. This is not so the Purchasing Division may influence what is purchased, but to take full advantage of the knowledge and expertise of purchasing techniques and to ensure compliance with Texas Statutes and City policy.
The goal of the Purchasing Agent is to provide assistance to departments within the City for securing materials and services in the most efficient and economical manner. The goal is achievable through mutual cooperation with each City department, adequate planning and teamwork by all departments.
Each City employee responsible for the procurement of materials/services must be familiar with purchasing procedures and adhere to the procedures to obtain the best results. Proper understanding of City policy and procedure will save the City time and money.
Failure to comply with all of the provisions of this policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination in addition to any criminal penalties.
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