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Purchasing
Purchasing
Mission Statement
The mission of the Purchasing Department is to procure quality equipment, supplies, and services in a timely, cost-effective, professional, and ethical manner in an ongoing effort to support student success.
Welcome
As one of the largest businesses in Leon County, the Board purchases all types of supplies, materials, commodities, and services and constructs and maintains facilities throughout the county. This variety provides opportunities for a large group of vendors, contractors, and consultants to do business with the Leon County School Board. The School Board is committed to developing relationships with diverse businesses, with a particular focus on supporting small businesses within our community.
It shall be clearly understood that vendors supplying materials to the schools, departments, or facilities, any school employee receiving materials at a vendor's place of business, or any service performed at, or for the schools, departments, or facilities without a formal purchase order document, will be in full violation of the School Board of Leon County and Federal and State regulations. Vendors are cautioned to be in full compliance with the above policy.
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- For purchases under $8,000, the District follows good purchasing practices and typically purchases goods and services using a purchase order.
- For purchases over $8,000 and under $50,000, the District seeks at least three (3) quotes.
- Purchases over $50,000 are publicly advertised through a formal competitive solicitation process.
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For the purpose of the procurement of dining services, food/supplies/services, and all other property or services under a Federal award and in compliance with CFR 200.320, the District self-certifies its micro-purchase threshold at $50,000.
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- Obtain the best value and be a good steward of the District's resources;
- Ensure compliance with Board policies and maintain transparency in the purchasing process with the Leon County School Board and the public;
- Ensure compliance with all laws and rules governing the procurement process;
- Refrain from any activities that may present even an appearance of ethical concerns or a conflict of interest while carrying out the procurement functions and
- Ensure that the goods and services we obtain best meet the needs of the students, families, teachers, and staff we serve.
We appreciate your interest in doing business with the Leon County School Board and look forward to working with you!
Directions to Purchasing Office
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT / NOTICE
The above information is provided as a service to the Board and employees of Leon County Schools and to the community. Due to its dynamic nature, we cannot guarantee the information contained herein is current or complete at all times. Every effort has been made to assure its accuracy at the time it was posted.
Contact Us
Purchasing Office
850-488-1206
Niki Sparks
Director
Purchasing, Warehouse, & Property Management
Liz Houston
Executive Assistant
Purchasing, Warehouse & Property Management
elizabeth.houston@leonschools.net
Tony Green
Coordinator
Purchasing & Contract Administration
Ernest Lane
Coordinator
Warehouse & Property Management
ernest.lane@leonschools.net
Kristin Marschka
Coordinator
PCard and Fuel Card Program
kristin.marschka@leonschools.net
Staci Coppinger
Purchasing Project Manager
staci.coppinger@leonschools.net
Nancy Scott
Purchasing Agent II
Charlene Waltz
Purchasing Agent I
charlene.waltz@leonschools.net
Michelle Castaneda
Purchasing Specialist
andrea.castaneda@leonschools.net
Robert Slappey
Secretary