URGENT NOTICE TO SUPPLIERS - FRAUD ALERT

 The Purchasing Department of Beaumont ISD is part of the Business and Finance Department and is responsible for the organization and administration of procurement/purchasing for the District in accordance with the authority delegated by the Superintendent, the Board of Trustees and the Texas Education Agency.  The Purchasing Department is responsible for soliciting formal bids and proposals for items/services of $50,000 or greater for the district. Formal bids and solicitations are advertised in local newspapers.

PURCHASING THRESHOLDS

PURCHASING GOALS

•It is the vision of the Beaumont ISD Purchasing Department to  support and be responsive to the needs of our customers: the  students, educators and administrators of Beaumont ISD. This vision will be accomplished by the following mission:

•Manage the uninterrupted flow of goods and services to meet the  district's operating needs.

•Endeavor to obtain the greatest value for every District dollar  expended while conducting business in a manner consistent with  exemplary business practices, district policies and legal statutes.

•Strive for a thorough knowledge and understanding of the District’s  equipment and supplies in order to assist in the “best value”  evaluation of the products and services purchased.

•Source and develop sound suppliers who bring value, cost effective  solutions, quality products, and excellent customer service to BISD.

•Foster a spirit of community by encouraging local vendors to  participate in the procurement process, always expanding our  commitment to keep local dollars in our community.