August 2024
Supplier Excellence Academy: Lunch & Learn Session- Understanding Solicitations
This special Lunch & Learn session surrounding Understanding Solicitations, is the first in a series of educational opportunities for Vendors interested in participating in the Supplier Excellence Academy.
This program hosted by the Office of Purchasing is designed to demystify the process of doing business with the county, offer an additional support layer for vendors, and open the floor to questions around the vendor registration, submission, and solicitation process.
Lunch will be included for in person attendees, please be sure to list any dietary restrictions you have when registering. Seating is limited in person at the Office of Purchasing so please register early to secure your spot. A waitlist will open up once all in person seats have been claimed.
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September 2024
Supplier Excellence Academy: Webinar Understanding Contracts
Join us for an insightful and empowering event hosted by the Escambia County Office of Purchasing for our September Supplier Excellence Academy session. Seats are limited in person, virtual attendance is unlimited & encouraged. This session will also be recorded & posted to our website following the webinar.
What to Expect:
- Understanding the Intent to Award process with Escambia County
- Review Contact Execution & Best Practices
- Final Contract Documents- What are they & when do I need them?
- When do I get a PO?
- Who do I contact for questions once the PO’s been issued?
November 2024
Supplier Excellence Academy-Maximizing E-Procurement Tools for Success
Join us for an insightful and empowering event hosted by the Escambia County Office of Purchasing for our November Supplier Excellence Academy webinar. This event will be held virtually & will also be recorded & posted to our website following the webinar.
What to Expect:
- How to Register in OpenGov (Escambia County's E-Procurement Tool)
- Setting Commodity Codes
- Self Designation for SBE in your Company Profile
- How to Review Addendums & Notices
- Overview of Vendor Submission Checklist
- Vendor Resources
For Inquiries, please contact:
Abigail Raymond, Senior Purchasing Coordinator, at akraymond@myescambia.com ext 4944 or Purchasing at purchasing@myescambia.com - 850.595.4980.