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Purchasing Principles |
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- All purchases are made legally and with integrity.
- The needs of agency customers, citizens, and the requirements of law are recognized as the purposes for the purchasing system.
- Suppliers are provided a level playing field, treated equitably, with professionalism and integrity. The same is expected of suppliers in return.
- Purchasing processes are efficient and effective for customers, suppliers, and the purchasing office. They represent best business practices drawn from a number of sources.
- Purchasing department employees are recognized as professionals, conduct their actions accordingly, and receive appropriate professional development and recognition.
- Primary stakeholders in the purchasing process are citizens, customer agencies, suppliers, elected and appointed officials and the purchasing staff. They operate as a team.
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