Welcome to the Purchasing Division Webpage

Our goal is to ensure that goods and services necessary for the operation of the District are obtained at competitive prices. Guarantee fairness in the selection of vendors, and putting more tax dollars into education while providing the savings, services, and solutions supporting the achievements and success of every student and teacher in the District, and obtain goods, services, and construction for public purposes according to laws and procedures intended to provide for the economical expenditures of public funds.


Interested in becoming a supplier of services or goods with the Peralta Community College District (PCCD)?

Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Peralta College extended community. By establishing a sustainable partnership, you as a supplier of services or goods can expect to work collaboratively in advancing social and economic transformation for our community through a myriad of partnerships aimed at maintaining quality education and operations in service of continuous student learning.
  • All suppliers must be registered to do business with any PCCD location.
     
  • To become a registered supplier, please visit Peralta's Supplier Portal and follow the linked instructions.
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Mission Statement

To support the organization's goals and objectives by procuring goods and services in a timely, cost-effective, and efficient manner. We strive to develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring that the District receives the highest quality products and services at the best possible value. We are committed to ethical, fair, and transparent procurement practices that align with the organization's values and contribute to its success.  

 

What We Do

Purchasing of services, equipment, and supplies is centralized with the Purchasing Department. Supplies, equipment, textbooks, materials, public works (construction), and services are procured through Purchasing in accordance with Board policy, California Education Code, and laws pertaining to public procurement and contracts. Purchasing secures necessary bids for the purchase of supplies, equipment, and certain designated services used by college campuses and departments from sources able to offer the best price consistent with quality, delivery, and service. Purchasing issues bids for public works construction projects and professional services. We also maintain equipment inventory, accept donations, and manage the surplus equipment process.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the required documents for a PCCD supplier ID number?
A Vendor Application and a W-9. Without either of these documents completed, signed, and dated, a vendor number cannot be processed.
How long does it take to receive a supplier ID number?

The total application process can be completed in a matter of minutes, resulting in an email confirmation with an assigned supplier ID number.