The Onondaga County Purchasing Division is a governmental agency responsible for the procurement of goods and services for various departments within Onondaga County, New York. Operating under strict regulatory and ethical standards, the division ensures that all purchasing activities are conducted with transparency, fairness, and fiscal responsibility. By managing competitive bidding processes and vendor relationships, the division optimizes value for taxpayer dollars while maintaining compliance with county, state, and federal procurement laws.

A key component of the division’s mission is to support county-wide initiatives by providing efficient, timely, and equitable purchasing services. They work closely with local businesses and vendors to promote inclusive economic participation and encourage minority- and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) involvement. The division also oversees surplus property disposal, ensuring assets no longer needed by the county are redistributed, sold, or recycled responsibly.

Through its website, the Purchasing Division offers access to current bid opportunities, procurement policies, and vendor registration resources, fostering an open and accessible interface between the government and the public.

Key Services:

– Procurement of goods and services for county departments
– Management and oversight of competitive bidding processes
– Vendor registration and qualification assistance
– Promotion of MWBE and local business participation
– Contract administration and compliance monitoring
– Surplus property management and disposition
– Procurement policy development and enforcement
– Public access to bid opportunities and procurement records