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.

Vendor Information Brochure

Application for Vendor Status

Small Business Enterprise Website

LCSB Certified Small Business Enterprise Vendor Listing 5-01-2025

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.

General procurement guidelines (unless otherwise exempt from competitive solicitation):

• 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. 

Federal award procurement guidelines: 2 CFR Part 200

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.

The Leon County Schools Purchasing Department is dedicated to the following standards: