Purchasing/Insurance

The City of Hagerstown Maryland consists of 14 departments with an annual budget of approximately 70 million. The Purchasing/Insurance Department provides many services including the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment and services. The department administers the Property and Casualty Insurance Programs including claims. Also included is the operation of a central stockroom for the acquisition and dispersal of commonly used commodities and operating materials, and the disposal of surplus property and equipment.

Purchasing

The department administers a centrally operated purchasing program to acquire materials, goods and services for the various municipal departments at the lowest possible cost consistent with the quality and quantities required. Contracts and purchases over $5,000.00 that require public advertising for competitive bidding are listed in the legal advertisement section of the Herald Mail Newspaper, Hagerstown, Maryland. All contracts are awarded through competitive bidding or negotiation, or through processes established by the City Code or Maryland Law. Minority and Women-owned businesses have the maximum feasible opportunity to participate in City contracts.

For Bid or Proposal opportunities, contact the City of Hagerstown Purchasing/Insurance Department, 51 West Memorial Boulevard, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740-6211. Telephone, 1-301-739-8577, Extension 146. Fax, 1-301-791-6761.

Insurance

Property and Casualty Insurance programs are administered through the Purchasing/Insurance Department. Insurance policies are obtained through competitive proposals for a one year period effective July 1. All insurance proposals contain the option for an addition two (2), one (1) year renewal periods. The department handles all liability and insurance claims and provides liaison services with Insurance Agencies and Insurance Companies.

Inquiries concerning the Property and Casualty Insurance programs should be directed to the City of Hagerstown Purchasing/Insurance Department, 51 West Memorial Boulevard, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740-6211. Telephone, 1-301-739-8577, Extension 146. Fax, 1-301-791-6761.

Inquiries concerning Worker's Compensation Insurance, Health and Dental Coverage and other Employee Benefits should be directed to Human Resources, City of Hagerstown, 1 East Franklin Street, Hagerstown, Maryland 21740. Telephone, 1-301-739-8577, Extension 107. Fax, 1-301-790-3424.