Tenders and requests for bids are issued for projects, goods and services, and equipment are either publicly advertised or by invitation. Bids are classified as formal or informal depending on the estimated value or complexity of the required item(s). Bid calls fall into four major categories:

• Telephone/electronic submissions;
• Formal/informal quotations;
• Public tenders; and
• Request for proposal (RFP).

The Town Administrator is responsible for coordinating the acquisition of goods and services for the Town of Indian Head.