Paul Porter
Director of Purchasing
216-443-7922

What We Do

The Department of Purchasing is responsible for the procurement of equipment, materials, supplies, construction, and services for all County departments, agencies, and elected officials in a manner which is cost effective and in compliance with the laws of the State of Ohio and the policies of Cuyahoga County.

Duties include:

• Implementing formal and informal bidding procedures for items covered by competitive bidding policies and laws.
• Processing sole source and emergency purchases.
• Maintaining records of purchases, bids, vendor listings and sales of surplus property.
• Monitoring purchases to ensure compliance with County policies.