The Purchasing Agent's Office is asking the Court to update the county's local procurement policy to raise the spending threshold that triggers formal bidding from $50,000 to $100,000 and to adjust related quote requirements, in line with a recent change in state law.

What it means for you

If approved, county departments could make purchases up to $100,000 under less formal procurement procedures, consistent with updated state law.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

4–0, per the official record.