Current Bid Opportunities
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Instructions to Register as a Vendor How to submit an Electronic Bid
Rules governing purchasing and contract procedures were established under the concept of open competition. The City of Olathe purchases in accordance with applicable laws, statutes, and ordinances. Purchase awards are made to the lowest most responsive and responsible vendor who meets City of Olathe specifications and has the capacity to deliver the product or service. Purchases valued over $5,000 but less than $25,000 require competitive solicitation by at least three (3) written informal quotations, which can be received electronically on www.PublicPurchase.com, by facsimile, or by first class mail. Quotes may be requested by individual City departments or by Procurement Division personnel. Purchases of $25,000 or above require formal "Invitation for Bids" or "Request for Proposals". Notices are placed in the Olathe News, City of Olathe Website, and the on www.PublicPurchase.com. Bid awards of $50,000 or above require approval of the Olathe City Council, which meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Bid Opportunities The City of Olathe has contracted with The Public Group for their electronic vendor registration and bid solicitation distribution program. All vendors for the City of Olathe must register electronically on www.PublicPurchase.com and indicate what commodities or services for which you would like to receive notice. This is a 2-step process – please follow the directions for "Free Registration." All City bid solicitations will be handled through the Public Purchase system. Once you are registered as a vendor, you will receive notification of all bids and RFP’s that are related to the commodities/services you have indicated during your registration process. The City of Olathe is pleased to offer you this program at no cost – be sure to choose the button which indicates “Free Registration.” Please contact the Procurement Office at 913-971-8714 if you have any questions or difficulties in registering with Public Purchase. Construction and public improvement projects are also listed on the Public Purchase site. Contact the City’s Public Works Department at (913) 971-9045 or access the City’s website – www.olatheks.org (Public Works – Bids/Proposals) for information on current projects. HUD Housing Projects are generated through the Housing Division. Contact the Housing Division at (913) 971-6472 for information on current projects. |
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