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The Bureau of Purchasing serves as the central authority for all City Departments, Boards and Commissions’ procurement and purchasing needs.
Our mission: Is to serve the public by modernizing procurement and contracting procedures. We expect our team to consistently demonstrate fairness, provide outstanding customer service, ensure transparency, and legal compliance in all aspects of our procurement processes and practices.
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The City wholeheartedly supports the "Ban the Box" ordinance that ensures equal and equitable access to job opportunities for individuals with prior convictions. The City is committed to removing obstacles that might prevent qualified applicants from attaining or retaining quality employment.
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May 2, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans, in partnership with the Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC), is proud to announce the Small Business Opportunities Recap & Resource Fair: Pathway to City Contracts, taking place on Monday, May 12, at 5 p.m., at Xavier University of Louisiana – University Center (UC), Room 308B.
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