Public_Purchase_Instructions.pdf

This document is a Public Purchase Implementation Notice from Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) in Maryland regarding the transition to a new vendor registration and procurement platform. Effective July 1, 2025, CCPS will utilize PUBLIC PURCHASE as its centralized system for vendor registration, solicitation advertisements, bid and proposal receipt, addendum distribution, and award notifications. The service is offered at no cost to vendors and requires completion of a free registration process through www.publicpurchase.com.

Vendors interested in bidding on Carroll County Public Schools contracts must register with PUBLIC PURCHASE by accessing the website, clicking "Free Registration," selecting the free plan option, and completing the registration process. For questions or assistance with registration, vendors may contact the CCPS Purchasing Office at 410-751-3060. Additional information is available on the Carroll County Public Schools website at www.carrollk12.org/operation/financial-services/purchasing. This implementation represents an effort by CCPS to streamline procurement operations and provide enhanced service to its vendor community through a unified electronic platform.