Contracts are based on estimated quantities, specified by the GSC, and may be ordered as needed. The purchase order will be sent by GSC to the vendor and the ordering entity. The non-automated term contract requires manual processing by the Purchasing Department, usually because of the more specialized nature of the contract purchase or the contract terms. A copy of the purchase order must be forwarded to the GSC Procurement Services Division to update purchase history files. In order to enable the GSC to create long term contracts, many contracts allow the vendor to increase or decrease prices in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.
All pricing is based on the date of the order.
Mail time from GSC to the vendor will take a few days more. It is expected that the vendor can receive most orders within a week from date of receipt by the Purchasing Department. In special cases, standing orders may also be used with the GSC term contract items. There is a stated delivery quantity on specific dates and the quantities are guaranteed. If your department feels that you have recurring need for items that can be provided cost effectively against a state contract, contact the Purchasing Department for assistance in establishing a standing term contract.