City of Sunrise - The Procurement Process
 
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The Procurement Process

The City's procurement process varies, often depending upon the cost of the product or service required:

Formal Bids and Proposals (exceeding $25,000)
  • Specifications and, if applicable, evaluation criteria are determined.
  • A public notice is placed in a newspaper with general circulation.
  • The Purchasing Division makes available a detailed solicitation including the date and time set forth for the public opening and submittal of sealed documents.
  • The best offer is determined and authorized by the City Commission.
  • A contract and/or purchase order is processed.

    Formal Quotations ($2,500.01 - $25,000)
  • Specifications are determined and solicitations made by the Purchasing Division. (Formal Quotations are not subject to advertising.)
  • A specific vendor response date and time is established.
  • The best offer is determined and authorized by the Purchasing Director.
  • A contract and/or purchase order is processed.

    Informal Quotations (not to exceed $2,500)
  • Written quotations are requested by the Using Department. (Informal Quotations are not subject to    advertising.)
  • The best offer is determined by the Using Department, and recommended to the Purchasing Director for approval.
  • A contract and/or purchase order is processed.

    Professional Services - Consultants Competitive Negotiations Act (CCNA)
    The City of Sunrise complies with Section 287.055 F.S., known as the Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA). Under the CCNA:
  • A public announcement for processional services is published in a newspaper with general circulation.
  • Respondents are required to submit a full statement of their qualifications.
    For a detailed description of the consultant selection process, please contact the Purchasing Division.

    Purchase Orders and Contracts
    A purchase order will be issued for all purchases and serves as a binding contract between the vendor and the City. In addition, a formal contract may be required for services and construction projects. Any vendor recommended for award must submit a completed W-9 form to the Purchasing Division prior to award. A W-9 Formpdf Link can be downloaded from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Web site, or obtained from the Purchasing Division