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Burke County Revises Purchasing Policy to Require More Price Comparisons for Mid‑range Purchases
3293537 · May 13, 2025
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Summary
The Board approved changes to the county purchasing policy to require departments to collect additional written quotes for purchases in the $10,000–$25,000 range (moving away from sealed bid when competition is limited) and to use upgraded procurement software to record quotes and proposals.
Burke County adopted revisions to its purchasing policy intended to increase price competition for mid‑range purchases and improve audit traceability.
Assistant County Manager Adam Flakesham and finance staff told the commissioners…
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