– All vendors must be registered with NC eProcurement, so check their registration. You may need to enter the company name several ways.
– If the vendor is not registered with NC eProcurement, submit a Form 58 along with the vendor's information. The Business Office will assist the vendor with registration.
Obtain quotes according to established guidelines
– Small purchases ($1 - $31,000): One quote recommended for purchases up to $15,000; one quote required (no terms and conditions) for purchases between $15,001 and $31,000.
– Informal purchases ($31,001 - $100,000): Solicitation Request Form and/or Waiver of Competition (if applicable) with one quote attached for budgetary purposes only. Purchasing will issue a Request for Quote.
– Formal purchases ($100,001 and up): Solicitation Request Form and/or Waiver of Competition (if applicable) with one quote attached for budgetary purposes only; Purchasing will issue a formal bid solicitation. NOTE: P&C approval is required.
Employees can learn more about the purchasing process by logging into the Wake Tech portal.
