Purchasing Office

Ensuring compliance with the County Purchasing Act as well as other state and federal laws applying to Travis County procurements
Providing an ethical, fair and transparent procurement process with equal access to all vendors through competitive acquisition of goods and services, including Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs)
Providing a quality, ongoing supply of goods and services to all County offices
Accounting for and disposing of all County assets with a legal, effective, and environmentally conscious fixed asset management policy
Protecting the interests of Travis County taxpayers without regard to undue influence or political pressures

Ethics: Doing the right thing preserves the public trust.
Impartiality: Unbiased decision-making and action ensures fairness for the public good.
Accountability: Taking ownership and being responsible for our actions preserves public trust and protects the public interest.
Professionalism: Upholding high standards of job performance and ethical behavior balances diverse public interests.
Service: Obligation to assist stakeholders supports the public good.
Transparency: Easily accessible policies and procedures demonstrates responsible use of public funds.