The Division of Purchase is the City of Buffalo's central purchasing agent for supplies, materials, equipment, insurance and contracts for service. Purchasing secures goods and services from the lowest responsible bidder on the basis of price, specifications, product evaluation, and delivery. Purchasing is a unit of the City of Buffalo's Department of Administration and Finance.

Our Process

Business is conducted by informal and formal bid. Informal bids request quotations for goods and services with a projected cost of under $10,000.00. Informal bids are done as requested to meet the ordering departments needs.

URL:http://www.city-buffalo.com/Home/Leadership/City_Departments/Purchasing_Division