Wicomico County, Md. Rick Pollitt Bio

Purchasing Department



Go to Competitive Sealed Bids


Objectives



Wicomico County, MD, through its Purchasing Office, contracts for millions of dollars in supplies and services each year. The primary objective of the Purchasing Office is to acquire supplies and services at the lowest cost. We are constantly seeking new sources of supply and welcome your participation. You will find doing business with the County easy. Most purchases are made through a comprehensive system of specifications and competitive bidding. The process ensures that contracts go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who complies with the specifications, terms and conditions, and who also has the capacity to deliver the service or product.

Bidding Information



The Purchasing Department maintains a list of bidders classified according to supplies or services provided. You may be placed on this list or lists by filling out a bid application form (see link below).


Bid Application Form


If you have won a bid or contract with the county you will be required to fill out a New Vendor Form (see link below).

New Vendor Form
(Do not fill out this form until you have been awarded work from the County. Bidders do NOT need to supply this form.)

Equal Business Opportunity



The Purchasing Office of Wicomico County, Md. hereby assures that all business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bid responses and will not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race in consideration of awards.

Purchase Orders



All purchases exceeding $1,000, whether for single or multiple items, must be supported by authorized purchase orders. Only the Purchasing Office is authorized to issue a formal purchase order.

Request for Quotations



($1000 - $5000)

The County's Purchasing Regulations require that all purchases up to $5,000 be made by written requests for quotations or telephone quotes. The procedure follows:

  1. A written request for Quotation (RFQ) or telephone quotes are made.
  2. As quotes are received, they are tabulated and evaluated.
  3. The lowest and best quote is selected and an award is made.
  4. A formal purchase order is prepared and issued.


Current RFQ's

Competitive Sealed Bids



(Over $5000)

The County's Purchasing Regulations require that all purchases up to $5,000 be made by written requests for quotations or telephone quotes. The procedure follows:

  • A public notice is published in the local newspaper and on our website.
  • Invitations for Bids are issued to all known prospective vendors.
  • Bids are received, tabulated and evaluated.
  • Awards are made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
  • Awards are approved by the County Council (capital items only).
  • A formal purchase order is issued to the successful bidder.


General County Bid Instructions

County Parks & Recreation Bid Instructions

Current Sealed Bids

Taxes



Wicomico County, Maryland is exempt from all Federal excise and State sales taxes. An exemption certificate will be executed by the Purchasing Department upon request.



Purchasing Department Contacts



Rick Konrad

Purchasing Agent
rkonrad@wicomicocounty.org

Dawn Luchaco

Purchasing Specialist
dluchaco@wicomicocounty.org

Office of the County Executive
125 North Division Street
Room 205
Salisbury, Maryland 21801
Telephone: 410-548-4805
Fax: 410-334-3130

Office Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday
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Protect those who protect you.
For further details of the law, contact your local police agency or go to www.moveoveramerica.com. Thanks!

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