Procurement rules are a combination of policies, procedures, and regulations governing the purchase of goods and services. They help ensure UDOT receives the best value and most advantageous balance of price, quality, and performance. They also provide a defined process of how goods and services are to be procured and may contain specific language that speaks to an estimated amount of work that may result from contract(s). Procurement rules can and do change frequently and should be reviewed with maintenance forces on an annual basis. The UDOT Procurement Division provides tools and guidance that provides direction to UDOT maintenance forces to ensure they are adhering to the latest policies and procedures. See the links below for guidance documentation.

Administrative Rule R907-33. This administrative rule provides UDOT the authority to purchase the goods and services necessary to maintain the transportation system. See the link below for more information regarding the Administrative Rule. R907-33. Department of Transportation Procurement Rules

UDOT Procurement has developed a flowchart to assist maintenance personnel in making the correct decisions when making purchases. It is important to note that there is an order of priority that has been established when making purchases. This is outlined and described within the purchasing flowchart linked below.

Purchasing FlowChart

UDOT Procurement has also created a presentation, Purchasing 101, that provides greater details on the rules and policies as well as explains the current purchasing thresholds and the process that must be followed based on the anticipated cost of the goods and/or services.  The purchasing rules can and do change and should be reviewed on an annual basis to ensure conformance.