The County of Dorchester has designated the Purchasing Department, headed
by the Procurement Director, as the central buying authority responsible for the
procurement of equipment, supplies, and services. The Purchasing Department
is solely responsible for issuing Invitations for Bids (IFB's), Requests for
Proposals (RFP's), and Request for Qualifications (RFQ's). Additionally, the
Purchasing Department manages or assists in the management of the following
functions: accounts payable, insurance, postage,surplus property,
fuel, building utilities, inmate food services, and public records.

OUR MISSION

The Purchasing Department's mission is to provide quality goods and services to
our user departments at the lowest possible cost. In all business transactions, it
is our goal to:

Keep competition open and fair.

Maximize competition where possible.

Develop clear and concise specifications and standards.

Uphold and enforce the County Procurement Ordinance.

Maintain the highest ethical standards in all transactions.