SERVICES

The primary goal of the purchasing department is to obtain the best value at the lowest possible cost while adhering to the Louisiana Bid Laws.

Maintain a purchase order system which monitors actual expenditures against related budgeted appropriations.

Inspect all incoming invoices for proper authorizations, as well as for mathematical accuracy in price extensions, sales tax computations, etc.

File and maintain all disbursements supporting documentation for the required legal periods.

Perform the bidding process for all purchases over $15,000, except for those relating to construction projects.

Assist various parish divisions and departments in obtaining quotations for those purchases less than $15,000 but more than $500.