City Departments
Purchasing Services
Welcome to Purchasing Services
The City of Cambridge operates on the premise that competitive markets will provide us, and hence the taxpayers, with the best products and services available to meet our needs. We do not discriminate in favour of any particular class of supplier, but when examining prices, quotes and tenders, consideration is given to many factors. Some of these factors include: price, quality, delivery, services offered, past performance, taxes, shipping, insurance, and so forth.
We do maintain a suppliers list and will contact specific suppliers for quotes on some of our needs. However, we do not always contact every supplier personally, sometimes preferring to advertise in the local paper and/or on our website.
To view current bid opportunities please CLICK here: Tender and Quote Bid Opportunities
To update your vendor registration, or to register as a new vendor, see Vendor's Application Form in the Purchasing dropdown menu.
About Purchasing Services
Purchasing services is responsible for the acquisition of goods, services, capital construction projects and equipment for the City of Cambridge. Purchasing policies and procedures are determined by Purchasing Services, approved by Council and are mandatory for all City departments. Click here to view the City of Cambridge's Purchasing By-Law and any Amendments.
The staff of Purchasing Services is dedicated, knowledgeable and highly trained professionals. Buyers and Managers have achieved, or are working towards, internationally recognized professional purchasing designations. Purchasing Services maintains membership in several Canadian and international professional Purchasing Management organizations: Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA), National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP), Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC), and National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM).
Code of Ethics
Purchasing Services strives for the highest standard of ethical practice in all business relationships with suppliers/contractors. As such, we comply with the ethical codes of both the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) and the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP). The staff of Purchasing Services, in keeping with these codes of ethics, does not accept gratuities in any form.
Location and Hours of Business
Purchasing Services is located on the 4th Floor of Cambridge City Hall at 50 Dickson Street. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments may be arranged from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Our main office number is 519.740.4637.
Purchasing Policy
We believe in, and actively promote, an open, transparent, competitive environment that benefits the purchaser and the supplier. We purchase goods and services based on definitive specifications, quality of products and service, advantageous price and delivery practices, and value added features which enable City staff to deliver quality services to the residents of Cambridge in an efficient and cost effective manner.
The City of Cambridge operates on the premise that competitive markets will provide us, and hence the taxpayers, with the best products and services available to meet our needs. We do not discriminate in favour of any particular class of supplier, but when examining prices, quotes and tenders, consideration is given to many factors. Some of these factors include: price, quality, delivery, services offered, past performance, taxes, shipping, insurance, and so forth.
We do maintain a suppliers list and will contact specific suppliers for quotes on some of our needs. However, we do not always contact every supplier personally, sometimes preferring to advertise in the local paper and/or on our website.
To view current bid opportunities please CLICK here: Tender and Quote Bid Opportunities
To update your vendor registration, or to register as a new vendor, see Vendor's Application Form in the Purchasing dropdown menu.
About Purchasing Services
Purchasing services is responsible for the acquisition of goods, services, capital construction projects and equipment for the City of Cambridge. Purchasing policies and procedures are determined by Purchasing Services, approved by Council and are mandatory for all City departments. Click here to view the City of Cambridge's Purchasing By-Law and any Amendments.
The staff of Purchasing Services is dedicated, knowledgeable and highly trained professionals. Buyers and Managers have achieved, or are working towards, internationally recognized professional purchasing designations. Purchasing Services maintains membership in several Canadian and international professional Purchasing Management organizations: Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA), National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP), Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC), and National Association of Purchasing Management (NAPM).
Code of Ethics
Purchasing Services strives for the highest standard of ethical practice in all business relationships with suppliers/contractors. As such, we comply with the ethical codes of both the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) and the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP). The staff of Purchasing Services, in keeping with these codes of ethics, does not accept gratuities in any form.
Location and Hours of Business
Purchasing Services is located on the 4th Floor of Cambridge City Hall at 50 Dickson Street. Our office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments may be arranged from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Our main office number is 519.740.4637.
Purchasing Policy
We believe in, and actively promote, an open, transparent, competitive environment that benefits the purchaser and the supplier. We purchase goods and services based on definitive specifications, quality of products and service, advantageous price and delivery practices, and value added features which enable City staff to deliver quality services to the residents of Cambridge in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Related Documents
| DOCUMENT | DESCRIPTION | DATE POSTED | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchasing | |||
| City of Cambridge Supplier Guide | Information for those wishing to sell goods or services to the City of Cambridge. Click here to download the Supplier Guide. | 2008-05-06 | PDF 56Kb |
| Purchase Order Terms and Conditions | Full details related to purchase order terms and conditions | 2008-05-06 | PDF 15Kb |
| Commodity Codes | Lists frequently used goods and services. To be used in conjunction with the Vendor's Application. Click icon to download the City of Cambridge's Commodity Code listing. | 2007-02-26 | PDF 69Kb |