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Council approves first reading of vendor-preference ordinance aimed at increasing local-contract awards

York County Council · July 22, 2025
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Summary

Council approved first reading of a proposed local vendor-preference ordinance that would give qualified York County vendors a tiered preference (up to 5%) on certain solicitations between $50,000 and $25 million; staff will return materials including a vendor survey and a one-page summary requested by council.

On July 21 York County Council voted to approve first reading of a procurement ordinance that creates a local vendor-preference framework for county solicitations. Staff described a tiered preference structure (maximum 5%) that applies only to solicitations within a defined value range and subject to exceptions for federal or state requirements.

Highlights presented by staff and the…

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