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1. How do I get on a bidder list or notifications of bid opportunities?

Formal Solicitations are Posted on www.bidnetdirect.com. Registration is required for the Bid Net Direct site. Registration options range from Free with the basic search options to fee base with more advanced features. Business are encouraged to review the options and to select the one that best fits them.

2. What are the purchasing thresholds for Muskegon County?

The Procurement thresholds are listed below:

• Authorized Department Level purchasers may make purchases under $3,499.99 without a Purchase Order.
• Authorized Department Level purchasers may make purchases between $3,500.00 -$24,999.99 with three Informal Quotes and a Purchase Order.
• Authorized Department Level purchasers may make purchases between $25,000 -$149,999.99 with Board Approval and Procurement Collected Quotes/Solicitations. These purchases will have a Purchase Order.
• Purchases $150,000 and above require Board Approval and Formal Solicitations. These purchases will have a Purchase Order.

3. Products I sell are below the Formal Solicitation Threshold, How can I become a vendor with the County?

Business that provide goods and services below the Formal Solicitation level are encouraged to contact the Purchasing Office or talk to the County Departments.