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This website provides information and resources about local government contracting, especially the bidding and other requirements for purchasing and construction contracting. A summary of these requirements is contained in the School of Government publication County and Municipal Government, Article 20, "Contracts, Competitive Bidding, and Conflicts of Interest." To view or purchase the entire book or this article, visit the website for this publication. Summary information is also available in An Overview of Contract Bidding Requirements for North Carolina Local Governments. Current bidding thresholds are listed on the Threshold Chart. Information about purchasing and contracting requirements for state agencies can be found at the website for the State Division of Purchase and Contract, the website for the State IT Procurement Office, and the website for the State Construction Office.
For information about certification for North Carolina local and state purchasing professionals, see our Organizations and Certifications page.
School of Government faculty with expertise in this area:
For questions or suggestions regarding this website, please contact Eileen Youens at the School of Government. |
