Purchasing

The Purchasing Division is responsible for the purchase of non-construction goods and services for all City departments.

Our mission is to provide quality service to our customers and vendors alike, by implementing and supporting processes that provide timely, cost-effective, high quality contracts through cooperative and proactive procurement practice.

We invite suppliers to visit the Frequently Asked Questions/FAQs to learn more about doing business with the City. Find out what types of services and supplies we contract by visiting Goods & Services contracts(PDF, 299KB).

Noteworthy Achievements

The City has earned this award 13 consecutive years. The AEP measures Arlington’s purchasing practices against pre-set criteria such as e-procurement, ethics, policy, contracting model, and professional development. This award signifies success in the City’s efforts to remain on the cutting edge of purchasing initiatives and effectively spending tax dollars.

Notice of Temporary Suspension of the MWBE Program

On September 16, 2025, Arlington City Council approved the temporary suspension of the Minority & Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Program, effective October 1, 2025. Over the next few months, City staff will work on creating a new small business program for procurement of goods and services, which will be presented to Council for consideration. For more information, please see the links below.

• Notice of Temporary Suspension of the MWBE Programto Vendors(PDF, 103KB)
• MWBE Program Suspension Frequently Asked Questions for Vendors(PDF, 62KB)