Purchasing Department

The Purchasing Department is a member of the administrative team of the Housing Authority of the City of Camden. The Purchasing Department is responsible for purchasing supplies, materials and equipment required and contracts for all repairs and maintenance to property and supervises purchases made on competitive bids, competitive contracts, professional services and Request for Proposals.

Statement of Purpose

1. Fair serviceTo provide the best service possible to all departments in a fair and equitable manner.
2. Equal opportunityTo ensure an atmosphere of equality to all vendors without regard to undue influence or political pressures.
3. Resident interestsTo protect the interests of the residents of the Housing Authority of the City of Camden.

Vendor Requirements

• Federal W-9All new vendors and contractors are required to submit a signed copy of the Federal W-9 Request for Taxpayer Information form prior to their first-time award of a contract or purchase order.
• New Jersey Business Registration CertificateRequired prior to a first-time award, and MUST be submitted when quoting or bidding on all publicly advertised bids.
• New Jersey Public Works Contractors LicenseAll parties wishing to bid on work on or at any Housing Authority property are required to submit a copy of their valid license.

Important: Failure to submit the Business Registration Certificate will result in the rejection of your bid. Be sure to READ THE INSTRUCTIONS in all Requests for Quotes, Invitations for Bid, and Requests for Proposals.

Sales calls are made by appointment only by contacting us via fax, e-mail or telephone.

Definition of Public Work