1. General Purchasing Procedures

1.1 Introduction and Resources

1.2 Authority to Obligate

1.3 Purchasing Ethics

1.4 Purchasing Process

1.5 Solicitation Procedures - General Information

1.5.1 Informal Bids - Purchase Value of $15,000 - $50,000

1.5.2 Invitation to Bid (ITB) - Purchase Value Greater than $50,000

1.5.3 Request for Proposal (RFP) - Purchase Value Greater than $50,000

1.5.4 Request for Qualifications (RFQ) - Used to Qualify Suppliers

1.5.5 Request for Information (RFI) - Used to Gather Information and Specifications

1.6 Use of Existing Contracts

1.7 Exclusive Acquisition

1.8 HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP)