• Up to $300
    • Authorized personnel of County agencies may issue orders directly to vendors for goods and services not included under written term requirement contracts.
  • Purchases under $2,500
    • The Bureau of Purchasing may issue orders directly to vendors for goods and services at their discretion.
  • Purchases over $2,500 and under $25,000
    • Prices are obtained from a minimum of three vendors by written solicitation either by mail, fax or other method.
  • Purchases of $25,000 and over
    • Purchases of goods and services over $25,000 are typically accomplished by formal bid. Formal bids are posted on the County’s web site, e-Maryland Market Place and on the public bulletin boards located outside Room 213 in the County Office Building. Formal Bids and Awards are posted on this website.
    • Sealed bids must be properly identified and received on time.
    • Bids are awarded to the most responsible and responsive bidder in accordance to specifications.
    • Current and upcoming bids, as well as results, may be obtained by calling (410)386-2181 or 1-888-302-8978 ext. 2181.
  • Sole Source Procurement
    • A contract may be awarded, without competition, when the Purchasing Agent determines there is only one source for the required supplies, equipment, service, construction, as defined in Resolution #258-92.
  • Emergency Procurement
    • Emergency Procurement may be required for supplies, equipment, services, or construction, when there exists a threat to public health, welfare, or safety, provided that emergency procurement shall be made with such competition as is practicable under the circumstances.
  • At times, bidders may be pre-qualified in order to bid. Vendors must be pre-qualified for Public Works projects and some Building Construction projects. Pre-qualification forms may be obtained by contacting Bureau of Engineering, 410-386-2157 or Building Construction, 410-386-2248.