Purchasing Department 508-324-2251 It is the responsibility of the Purchasing Department to purchase materials, equipment and supplies for all city departments. This includes everything from school lunches to custodial supplies. The Purchasing Department ensures that taxpayer dollars are being spent in the most efficient and cost effective manner. To achieve this, the Purchasing Department solicits by telephone; quotes, written quotes, faxes and sealed bids. We also co-sponsor an annual auction. This auction is comprised of out-dated equipment that is either no longer useful to any city department or may need repair. Please use the contact information below for further information. The Purchasing Department welcomes anyone interested in doing business with the City of Fall River. Purchasing has what is called a vendor file. To be a part of this file, all you have to do is to send a letter addressed to the attention of the Purchasing Agent. This letter must state what services and supplies you would like to receive solicitations for. In addition, outside the door of the Purchasing office is a list of supplies and services that are currently out for bid. If you are in the area, we welcome you to stop by and review the bid listings. There is always someone in the department who will be happy to give you the information necessary to submit a bid or proposal.