Mission
The City of Clemson operates a decentralized procurement system administered by the City's Purchasing and Procurement Coordinator with input and assistance from all of City staff. The primary function is to procure in a cost effective, timely, and efficient manner and while in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and City policies.
The City of Clemson will seek to procure equipment, materials, services, and supplies at any given time.
Procurement Process
All purchases of less than $1,000 (net of taxes and shipping) may be made without securing competitive quotations providing the purchases are fair and reasonable.
All purchases between $1,000 and $20,000 shall be procured by solicitation of written quotations. This will usually be performed by the using department.
All purchases $20,000 and greater shall be procured by using the competitive, sealed bidding process. Those purchases deemed as a Professional Service may have separate requirements.
Vendor Requirements
Any vendor doing business within Clemson City limits is required to have a current City of Clemson Business License. (Please note: Clemson University's campus is not considered within the City limits.)
Any vendor doing business on City property is required to have certain Certificates of Insurance on file meeting City requirements. Specific type(s) and amount(s) will be displayed within the contractual agreements between the City and primary vendor.