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Introduction <br />The primary objective in preparing this manual is to establish guidelines for all <br />departments and divisions to utilize in the orderly acquisition of supplies, materials, <br />vehicles and services necessary to efficiently execute their operations. <br /> <br />The concept of centralized purchasing, to institute and maintain an effective and <br />economical system for purchasing goods and services, is contingent upon the full <br />cooperation of the individuals involved. The Purchasing Agent's role is to assist <br />departments and agencies in the acquisition process, procuring the optimum product or <br />service considering quality, price and delivery, and ensuring that said process is <br />performed within State and Local statutory parameters. It is not the intent or purpose of <br />the Purchasing Department to dictate specifications, products and supplies to the <br />consumers, or to impede the orderly flow of goods and services. Consequently, <br />Cabarrus County Purchasing advocates objective team-oriented procurement.. <br /> <br />The policies and procedures stated herein can only be successful if individuals <br />involved in the buying process familiarize themselves with the contents and put forth <br />every effort to comply accordingly. Optimally, the manuals should be distributed to all <br />levels in the work force concerned with the purchasing process. New personnel should <br />examine the manual prior to any participation in the purchasing process. <br /> <br />The Purchasing Department hopes this manual will be an invaluable and useful tool to <br />expedite the purchasing function. Any suggestions for improvement are welcomed. <br /> <br />1 <br /> <br /> <br />