Other purchasing methods may be sole source or emergency purchases. Invitation to Bid . When you receive an invitation to bid, you may choose to bid, in which case you must submit your bid to our office before the bid deadline. The stated deadline for submitting sealed bids will generally be 2 p.m. Shortly thereafter all bids will be opened and read aloud.
All bidders are welcome and encouraged to attend the bid opening.
The Purchasing Department staff will evaluate the bids and present a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. These purchases are approved by the Director. Because of limited resources, the Purchasing Department is unable to provide detailed information on bids and quotations by phone. Surplus Property Periodically, Hillsborough County will dispose of its surplus property by sale to the public. Notice of Invitations for Bids or Public Auctions will be advertised in the local newspapers.