General Operating Questions
What services are provided by the SDSURF purchasing department?
What are the hours of operation for the purchasing department?
Who do I contact if I need help?
Why should I use purchasing services?
Where can I find purchasing policies and procedures?
What services are provided by the SDSURF purchasing department?
Purchasing is able to provide you with a variety of services such as:
- Locate sources for products and/or services
- Qualify prospective suppliers
- Assist with preparation of a statement of work or scope of services
- Solicit bids
- Evaluate and negotiate quotations/proposals for pricing, terms, and conditions
- Complete contract documents and issue purchase orders
- Expedite and follow-up on purchase orders
- Assist with return of goods
- Work with suppliers on disputes and termination of purchase agreement
What are the hours of operation for the purchasing department?
The purchasing department is available 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Who do I contact if I need help?
If you need assistance, contact the purchasing department at 619-594-6891 or email SDSURF Purchasing. Refer to purchasing Directory for specific buyer information.
Why should I use purchasing services?
The purchasing department is here to provide a consistent method of acquiring goods/services from qualified and reputable suppliers at a fair and reasonable price. Our staff is trained to ask the appropriate questions to ensure a successful purchase while fulfilling all compliance requirements.
Where can I find purchasing policies and procedures?
Refer to Purchasing section of the Project Administration Guide for more detailed information regarding purchasing policies and procedures.