About Us
The Purchasing Department procures materials, supplies, equipment, and services for all County departments.
One of our primary goals is to maintain maximum dollar savings while ensuring required levels of quality. The Purchasing Department strives to treat vendors and contractors equitably and fairly by promoting competitive marketing through solicitation of quotations, bids, and proposals. Purchasing strives to bring the greatest value to Cobb County with integrity and honesty. This division provides assistance to the County Manager and the Board of Commissioners in securing procurements and future planning for Cobb County.
Main Staff
| Position | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Director | Roger Ball | (770) 528-8400 |
| Deputy Director | Stephanie Brice, CPPO, CPPB, NIGP-CPP | (770) 528-8439 |
| Contract Management Coordinator | Ariana Metcalfe | (770) 528-8887 |
| Insurance Services Coordinator | Brenda Barnes, MBA | (770) 528-8421 |
| Purchasing Agent | Lisa Rodriguez | (770) 528-8423 |
| Administrative Coordinator | Denise LaFave | (770) 528-8426 |
| Administrative Specialist II | Alicia Dunkerton | (770) 528-8400 |
Buyers
| Position | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Buyer | Pamela Williford, GCPA | (770) 528-8418 |
| Senior Buyer | Erin Wolfe, CPPB, NIGP-CPP | (770) 528-8420 |
| Buyer | Julie Vittum | (770) 528-8424 |
| Buyer | Kimberly Jordan | (770) 528-8425 |
Buyer Commodity/Services Information
| Buyer | Commodities / Services Purchased |
|---|---|
| Kimberly Jordan | Maintenance Repair and Operation Supplies; Water Equipment Supplies; Sporting and Athletic Goods; Park and Playground Equipment; Lumber; Material Handling |
| Pam Williford | Technology; Office Furniture; Public Safety; Maintenance Contracts; Professional Services |
| Erin Wolfe | Sealed Bid Information: bid awards, bid packages, bid advertisement, addenda |
| Julie Vittum | Sealed Bid Information: bid awards, bid packages, annual contracts/master agreements |
Surplus Property
Cobb County sells vehicles and miscellaneous surplus on the following internet websites: EBay, GovDeals and GovPlanet. The public is invited to bid on surplus County property. All items are sold "as-is, where-is."