Levels_of_Contracting_Authority_3-5-10.DOC

The document outlines different levels of authority for purchasing and contracting within the Port of Everett organization. It specifies the purchasing limits and accountabilities for each level of authority, ranging from Level 1 (Authorized Purchaser) to Level 5 (Executive Director or Executive Director’s Designee). Each level has specific purchasing and contracting responsibilities, including limits on purchase amounts, required signatures, and proper account coding responsibilities. The document also highlights the delegation of authority and the process for soliciting, awarding, and signing contracts based on the estimated contract amounts.