Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to utilize the following Cooperative Purchasing Vendors: Amazon Business (US Communities R-TC-17006), Staples Business Advantage (Sourcewell #010615-SCC), Gulf Coast Paper Co. (Buyboard 569-18), Lowe's Pro (Omnia Partners R192006) for the purchase of goods and services for fiscal year ending 2020-2021 and in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program, Sections 271.101, 271.102 (Cooperative Purchasing Program Participation) and any other matters incident thereto
Issue: Webb County benefits from online marketplace vendors that provide value pricing on various commodities ordered throughout the fiscal year.
Solution: Utilizing national cooperative pricing through online marketplace vendors is a mechanism which provides Webb County competitive pricing and value for commodities being ordered for County departments. These vendors have by State law met the competitive bidding requirements of the State of Texas.
Result: Authorizing the Purchasing Agent to use national co-ops for online marketplace purchases will provide more options, competitive pricing and cost savings for County Departments.