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:
 

• 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!

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.