Purchasing

Working under the direction of the Town Administrator/Chief Procurement Officer, the Purchasing Agent performs several tasks associated with the purchase of municipal supplies and equipment, and oversees the daily procurement processes required by Massachusetts State Law, including Chapter 30B. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for various town-wide support services, including facilities management and coordination of the Town's risk management activities with MIIA Cabot Risk Insurance Company.

In the area of purchasing, the Coordinator serves as a central purchasing agent for Town Departments to ensure cost effective purchasing are in compliance Massachusetts General Laws governing procurement of municipal supplies, goods, services and construction projects.

The Purchasing Agent also assists with numerous duties related to the annual budget process, Town Meeting warrant preparation, compiling the Town's Annual Town Report and assisting with the ongoing capital improvement planning activities.

 

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Debi Morong Purchasing Agent 978-887-1504