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The Purchasing Division purchases supplies and materials, and is
involved in handling contractual services for all user agencies of
the City-Parish government, all districts of which the Metropolitan
Council is the governing authority, and other departments,
commissions, and agencies which may request such services. This
centralized purchasing system was established by The Plan of
Government and is implemented through Council ordinances and
regulations established by the Purchasing Director. The Purchasing
Division strives to obtain proper materials and services at
competitive prices, in a timely manner, while complying with all
local, state, and federal laws.
The Purchasing Division also handles vendor/contractor insurance, coordinates office supply vendor stocking program, maintains the
City-Parish fixed and moveable assets inventory control, and handles
public auctions for surplus City-Parish material and equipment.
Performance Measures
The total value of purchase orders for 2007 was $153.6 million, as compared to $140 million for 2006.
Our Goals and Objectives
To improve response time from receipt of requisition to issuance of purchase order,
to continue improvements to Auction Facility,
to continue revising and improving specifications and bidding documents,
to continue implementation of the financial management system with user agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get on the vendor's list?
The Business Profile Data Form (Vendor Application) is on the website, or can be obtained by calling Purchasing at (225) 389-3259 ext. "0."
When is the next auction?
Auctions are generally held once or twice a year depending on the amount of surplus generated.
View the Auction Schedule for more information on scheduled dates, location and times. A list of auction items will be posted on this site for the next scheduled auction, as it becomes available.
Auction Surplus Items sold at auctions include everything from office equipment to autos, trucks and heavy equipment. A detailed
surplus item listing will be posted approximately 2–3 weeks prior to the auction
date.
The auction site is located at 15202 S. Choctaw Extension, Baton Rouge, near Florida Boulevard. View the auction map.
Purchasing Division Contact Information
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Mailing Address
P. O. Box 1471
Baton Rouge, LA 70821 |
Phone Numbers
225-389-3259 (phone)
225-389-4841 (fax) |
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