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Council raises bidding thresholds and updates purchasing policy
Summary
The Livingston City Council approved revisions to its Purchasing and Procurement Policy, clarifying purchase thresholds, informal bid requirements and procedures for purchases above $100,000, including handling in emergencies.
The City Council approved annual revisions to the Purchasing and Procurement Policy on June 9, 2026, including the Federal Grant Procurement Policy previously adopted in 2025. The updated policy adjusts thresholds and bidding procedures and clarifies Finance approval steps.
Key changes recorded in the minutes: purchases up to $2,500 do not require a purchase order or department head approval; purchases between $2,500 and $10,000 require a PO and, if not previously bid, three informal bids with 'lowest bid or best value' selection; purchases of $10,000 to $100,000 require sealed bids and Finance approval; purchases greater than $100,000 require competitive bidding or proposal and City Council award. Alderman Andy Evans moved approval and Alderman Alan Cook seconded; the motion passed unanimously.
Council discussed the policy's use in emergency situations and approved the revisions as presented.
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