The Purchasing department is located on the 7th floor of the City Hall Building, 161 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI 49201.  Telephone (517) 788-4020, Fax (517) 788-4630

OFFICE HOURS:

The Purchasing department's hours are 8:00 a.m.  - 5:00 p.m.,  Monday through Friday, with the exception of legal holidays.

AUTHORIZED PURCHASING OFFICIALS:

The Purchasing Agent is the primary procurement officer for the City of Jackson.  All purchases in excess of $20,000 require City Council's authorization.

The City Council reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, and to accept or recommend the acceptance of other than the lowest responsive bid when the public interest is served thereby and such action is in the best interest of the City.

PURCHASING RESPONSIBILITIES / OBJECTIVES:

• To conduct all Purchasing activities according to the highest principles, practices and ethics of the Purchasing profession.
• To purchase material and secure services for the City of Jackson, in such a manner that the maximum value is obtained for every dollar spent.
• To handle complaints, claims and adjustments related to the purchasing of goods or services.
• To explore markets for new sources, products and methods which include results in cost savings to the City.
• To assist in the improvement and standardization of materials and supplies.
• To dispose of all saleable scrap and obsolete material to the best advantage of the City.
• To annually compile and update an accurate and comprehensive listing of persons, firms or corporations wishing to do business with the City and including those who qualify as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Women Business Enterprise (WBE).
• To annually report to the City Manager the results of MBE/WBE participation with the City.
• To determine the lowest responsible bidder.