Understanding the City of Glendale's Procurement Process

The dollar amount for the purchase of a good or service determines the procurement process and who has the proper authorization to purchase at each specific level. 

Dollar Amounts	Procurement Process
$0 - $4,999	Due diligence conducted by employees in the Department
$5,000 - $9,999	Minimum 3 quotes submitted verbally or in writing by vendor to the Department
$10,000 - $99,999	Minimum 3 quotes submitted in writing by vendor to the Department
Over $100,000	Formal Solicitations conducted by Procurement Office