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Superior Courthouse
Barnstable MA 02630
508.375.6637
Welcome to the Barnstable County Purchasing Department's Web Site. From this site, eligible entities can order supplies, vendors can access bid documents and anyone can link to other sites with helpful information regarding the public procurement process.
The Barnstable County Purchasing Department was established in 1979 by a vote of the County Commissioners to maintain a centralized purchasing system of goods and services collectively not only for County departments, but also to serve the towns of Barnstable County.
The Purchasing Department adheres to the procurement policies for local governments set by the Massachusetts Legislature through Chapter 30B, Chapter 30,¤39M and Chapter 149 of the Massachusetts General Laws. These regulations were enacted in an effort to foster effective competition and to avoid price discrimination and unfair methods of competition. They also help to prevent "favoritism" in the awarding of contracts as bids are awarded to the lowest bidder unless circumstances deem it unwise to do so. More information on these laws can be found by checking on the links page for the Office of the Inspector General.
We have recently launched a new version of the Purchasing Website, and there may be some small issues. We're working as fast as we can to address these issues, and appreciate your patience during this time. If you suspect that you've run into an issue, feel free to contact us at edavis@barnstablecounty.org