purchasing: About the Department

Montgomery County, PA

P.O. Box 311, Norristown, PA 19404-0311
Courthouse Hours: 8:30a.m. to 4:15p.m.
Phone: 610-278-3000
Website: www.montcopa.org

 

Doing Business in Montgomery County

The Montgomery County Purchasing Department supplies all County departments with goods and services at the lowest cost in accordance with the specification. We utilize State and cooperative purchasing contracts and serve as an information resource for departments, buying a wide range of products and services.

Montgomery County is a Pennsylvania Sub-Division governed by three Commissioners under the Laws of the Second Class "A" County Code.

 

Bidding procedures and practices are in accordance with the Second Class "A" County Code which, except for certain exemptions, calls for purchases in excess of $10,000 to be on an advertised competitive basis.

 

FAQ'S

What are your Office Hours?

Vendors are welcome to call at the Purchasing Office, 7th Floor, One Montgomery Plaza, Norristown, Pennsylvania, weekdays, between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4 P.M. Phone 610-278-3037, fax 610-278-3086

 

What are your Bidder Requirements? 

You may participate in the bid process if you meet the following requirements:

1. Be a responsible vendor and in good financial standing.
2. Be able to meet delivery dates as required.
3. Be able to post a bid bond or certified check in the required amount.
4. Be able to post a performance bond and labor and material bond if required.
5. Have an adequate organization and personnel to carry out the requirements of a contract.

6. Substitute W-9 Tax Duplicate Form for printout

 

How can I get on the bidders list

If you meet the requirements above and would like to be on the Bidders List, please send us the name and address of your firm, your W-9 Tax Form, the names of your company officials including sales representative, your type of business, and a brief description of your  product line or services

Mail to:      Montgomery County
                Purchasing Department
                One Montgomery Plaza Suite 701

                Swede and Airy Streets

                Norristown, PA 19404-0311

Thank you for your participating in the bid process and for your interest in the Montgomery County Purchasing Department!

                                         F. Thomas Snyder, Director of Purchasing