The function of the Purchasing Division is to procure the highest quality commodities and services that meet the City's needs at the least expense. The purchasing process includes planning and scheduling purchases, seeking competition, assuring the preparation of proper specifications and enforcing compliance with all purchasing regulations and procedures. This Division also manages in-house printing operations.

Verbal or written price quotes are required for purchases over $500 and under $10,000, a written record of which is maintained.

Purchases over $10,000 not considered a professional service require a formal bid solicitation through advertising. Vendors are required to submit sealed bids accompanied by a bid surety.

Unless otherwise determined by the Managing Director, any purchase of professional services in amounts exceeding $10,000 must be made by written contract and initiated by a Request for Proposal.

If interested in becoming a City vendor, please email Tammi.Reinhart@readingpa.org.

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