New Products / Product Demonstration

Vendors interested in supplying goods or services should first contact Metro's Purchasing Department
(402) 341-0800, Ext. 2270. You may be referred to the appropriate department head responsible for acquiring the product/service. Vendors may conduct sales demonstrations, offer trial materials, etc., but without obligation to Metro. No payment will be made for any goods delivered without a purchase order number.

Grant Administration

The Grant Administrator coordinates all formal solicitations for goods or services. The invitation for bids includes any specifications and pertinent attachments defining the items or services sought. Questions related to the bid process, or clarifications pertaining to written specifications, should be directed to the Grant Administrator (402) 341-0800, Ext. 2600 and/or the person(s) designated in the specifications.

Vendor Listings

Vendor Lists are maintained for all classes of commodities and services normally used by Metro. The advantage of being on our Vendor Listing is to increase the potential of being notified of our purchasing needs.

To be added to our Vendor Directory, contact the Purchasing Department at the number and extension referred to in the preceding paragraph.

Simply being on the Vendor Listing does not guarantee you will receive solicitations. The volume of vendors sometimes prohibits solicitations to every vendor listed under a particular commodity or service. It is the responsibility of the vendor to secure the proper bid packages(s) where applicable and remain aware of Metro purchasing and contracting opportunities.

Points to Remember

• Read all solicitation packages carefully.
• Be sure you comply with all requirements before you respond.
• Be sure your bid arrives on time. All solicitation packages will contain the date and time the bid is due to Metro. Do not depend on the U.S.
• Postal Service or a courier service. Metro cannot accept late offers.

In accordance with the Company's Operating Policies, our employees are prohibited from accepting gifts, special accommodations, or privileges from a contractor or his/her agent, suppliers or dealers with whom Metro does business. Vendors are requested to adhere to the Company's policies in this regard.