The Purchasing Division assists all City departments in the procurement of materials, supplies, and services based upon availability, quality, and price. The procurement process includes preparing bid specifications and tabulations, and conducting bid proceedings.

The City of Weatherford is committed to doing business in a manner that promotes the best interest of the citizens of Weatherford.  Our public purchasing goals are:

• Purchase quality goods and services.
• Obtain the best possible price for goods and services.
• Encourage and promote interlocal cooperation among area agencies.
• Accept delivery of goods and services when and where needed.
• Assure a continuing supply of needed goods and services.
• Guard against any misappropriation of any assets procured.  
• Responsible bidders are given a fair opportunity to compete for the City's business. 
• Public funds are safeguarded.

Purchasing Guidelines

Before You Bid

It is important that your firm be capable of complying with all the requirements before bidding.  If the material is unclear or other complications arise, contact the Purchasing Division at (817) 598-4232 as soon as possible.  Do not wait until the date and time of the bid closing.  

Methods of Procurement 

Competition is essential when doing business with the City of Weatherford.  Most procurement actions with a dollar value of $50,000 or more will be competitively bid. 

Insurance Requirements

Additional Terms and Conditions of doing business with the City of Weatherford.