Purchase Order Guidelines - San Joaquin General Hospital

Purchase Order Guidelines

Overview

# Requisition Type # Default PO Type
1 SJGH 1 Blanket
2 SJGH Capital 2 Blanket – Maintenance
3 3 ISD
4 4 One-Time
5 5 Payment Vehicle
6 6 UPCCAA
7 7 Conversion PO
8 8 Conversion Aggregate PO
[if applicable] – If field applies, remove [if applicable] and input information. If field doesn't apply, it is okay to delete field.
NOTE: Reference CAO Manual Section 2701 regarding contracts, signature authority and proper requisition procedures

SJGH and SJGH Capital – Automatic PO Language

PURCHASE ORDER:

This Purchase Order is issued in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined herein and as referenced in the Terms & Conditions link on the County of San Joaquin Purchasing & Support Services website: https://www.sjgov.org/department/pss/business/terms.

INVOICING / PAYMENT:

All invoices must include the Purchase Order number, department name, and the name of the person who placed the order. Invoices should be sent to the "Bill To" address listed above. Missing or incomplete information may result in payment delays. Payment will be issued within 30 days of receiving an approved invoice.

Invoices may be submitted via one of the following methods:

  • Email: accountspayable@sjgh.org
  • U.S. Mail: Accounts Payable, PO Box 1499, French Camp, CA 95231
EXCEEDING DOLLAR LIMIT:

The County is not obligated to pay for costs that exceed the Total Purchase Order Amount stated on this Purchase Order. Vendors must not continue work beyond the authorized amount unless the County Purchasing Agent provides written approval increasing the Total PO Amount.

ORDER VERIFICATION / BACKORDERS:

Please send order confirmation, delivery dates and Backorder updates to: SJGH-PURCHASING@sjgh.org

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS:
  • If shipping charges contractually apply, ship Bill 3rd Party via FedEx Account# 296957957.
  • Include the SJGH Purchase Order Number in the recipient's second address line.
  • If the combined shipping weight exceeds 150 lbs, please contact (888) 457-5841 for carrier instructions prior to shipping.
Requisition Details
Requisition Type SJGH PO Terms and Conditions Blanket
Memo to Suppliers
County contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Vendor contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Prior FY Purchase Order #: [if applicable]
Scope of Purchase Order:
Pricing: [if applicable]
Aggregate contract applies (internal process only): [if applicable]
Goods Blanket applies [INVENTORY only]: [if applicable]
Purchasing requirements:
Attach quote/pricing, if applicable; attach insurance - if service
SJGH Capital - Blanket Maintenance Requirements
Requisition Type SJGH PO Terms and Conditions Blanket - Maintenance
Memo to Suppliers
County contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Vendor contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Prior FY Purchase Order #: [if applicable]
Scope of Purchase Order:
Pricing: [if applicable]
CSLB and DIR Registration Number: [if applicable]
DIR Project #: [buyer to complete, if applicable]
Aggregate contract applies (internal process only): [if applicable]
Purchasing requirements:
Attach quote/pricing, if applicable; Attach insurance, provide CLSB and DIR information

Blanket Purchase Orders

This Purchase Order is issued in accordance with the General Conditions contained herein and as shown in the link located on the County of San Joaquin, Purchasing & Support Services website: https://sjgov.org/terms.

NOTE: An equipment purchase that qualifies as a fixed asset (greater than $10,000) should not be on this BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER. This includes ALL costs required to place the equipment into working order such as, installation/labor (whether installation is done by the contractor or in-house forces), material, shipping/handling and applicable taxes.
TERM OF PURCHASE ORDER:

This purchase order shall commence when signed by the Purchasing Agent and continue through June 30, 2026 unless said work is completed on a date prior thereto, terminated earlier as provided herein, or extended upon mutual agreement.

INVOICING/PAYMENT:

Include the Purchase Order number, department name, and name of the person placing the order on each invoice. Invoices are to be sent to the "Bill To:" location listed above or email to County contact(s) listed in the Comments section. Failure to provide this information may delay payment of invoice. Payments will be made 30 days after receipt of an approved invoice.

RELEASES/ORDERS:

Ordering department must supply the Purchasing Order number, the departments name, number and name of the person placing the order. Failure to provide this may delay payment of invoice.

FUNDING OUT CLAUSE:

If the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors fail to appropriate funds to enable County departments to continue to make purchases under this Agreement, this Agreement will be cancelled and the Vendor given written notice of such cancellation.

EXCEEDING DOLLAR LIMIT:

The County shall not be obligated to pay the Vendor for cost incurred in excess of the Total PO Amount listed on this Purchase Order, and the Vendor shall not continue performance in excess of the Total PO Amount until the County Purchasing Agent has increased the Total PO Amount by written Notification.

INDEMNIFICATION:

The CONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the County of San Joaquin and its employees, officers, directors, and agents from and against any losses, liabilities, damages, penalties, costs, fees, including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees, and expenses from any claim or action, including without limitation for bodily injury or death, to the extent caused by or arising from the active and/or passive negligence or willful misconduct of the CONTRACTOR, its employees, officers, agents or Subcontractors.

The CONTRACTOR shall hold the COUNTY, the County of San Joaquin and its employees, officers, directors, and agents, harmless from liability, of any nature or kind on account of use of any copyrighted, or un-copyrighted composition, secret process, patented or un-patented invention articles or appliance furnished or used under this order.

ASSIGNMENTS:

Inasmuch as this Agreement is intended to secure the specialized services of the Contractor, Contractor may not assign, transfer, delegate or subcontract their obligation herein without the prior written consent of San Joaquin County. Any such assignment, transfer, delegation or subcontract without the prior written consent shall be considered null and void.

IF vendor will be onsite, the following applies: INSURANCE:

Contractor shall not commence work until all insurance requirements have been met: https://www.sjgov.org/insurance. Contractor agrees to be responsible to ensure requirements set forth are also met by the Contractor's subcontractors.

Blanket – Maintenance

This Purchase Order is issued in accordance with the General Conditions contained herein and as shown in the link located on the County of San Joaquin, Purchasing & Support Services website: https://sjgov.org/terms.

NOTE: An equipment purchase that qualifies as a fixed asset (greater than $10,000) should not be on this BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER. This includes ALL costs required to place the equipment into working order such as, installation/labor (whether installation is done by the contractor or in-house forces), material, shipping/handling and applicable taxes.
TERM OF PURCHASE ORDER:

This purchase order shall commence when signed by the Purchasing Agent and continue through June 30, 2026 unless said work is completed on a date prior thereto, terminated earlier as provided herein, or extended upon mutual agreement.

INVOICING/PAYMENT:

Include the Purchase Order number, department name, and name of the person placing the order on each invoice. Invoices are to be sent to the "Bill To:" location listed above or email to County contact(s) listed in the Comments section. Failure to provide this information may delay payment of invoice. Payments will be made 30 days after receipt of an approved invoice.

RELEASES/ORDERS:

Ordering department must supply the Purchasing Order number, the departments name, number and name of the person placing the order. Failure to provide this may delay payment of invoice.

FUNDING OUT CLAUSE:

If the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors fail to appropriate funds to enable County departments to continue to make purchases under this Agreement, this Agreement will be cancelled and the Vendor given written notice of such cancellation.

EXCEEDING DOLLAR LIMIT:

The County shall not be obligated to pay the Vendor for cost incurred in excess of the Total PO Amount listed on this Purchase Order, and the Vendor shall not continue performance in excess of the Total PO Amount until the County Purchasing Agent has increased the Total PO Amount by written Notification.

INDEMNIFICATION:

The CONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the County of San Joaquin and its employees, officers, directors, and agents from and against any losses, liabilities, damages, penalties, costs, fees, including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees, and expenses from any claim or action, including without limitation for bodily injury or death, to the extent caused by or arising from the active and/or passive negligence or willful misconduct of the CONTRACTOR, its employees, officers, agents or Subcontractors.

The CONTRACTOR shall hold the COUNTY, the County of San Joaquin and its employees, officers, directors, and agents, harmless from liability, of any nature or kind on account of use of any copyrighted, or un-copyrighted composition, secret process, patented or un-patented invention articles or appliance furnished or used under this order.

ASSIGNMENTS:

Inasmuch as this Agreement is intended to secure the specialized services of the Contractor, Contractor may not assign, transfer, delegate or subcontract their obligation herein without the prior written consent of San Joaquin County. Any such assignment, transfer, delegation or subcontract without the prior written consent shall be considered null and void.

INSURANCE:

Contractor shall not commence work until all insurance requirements have been met: https://www.sjgov.org/insurance. Contractor agrees to be responsible to ensure requirements set forth are also met by the Contractor's subcontractors.

PUBLIC WORK:

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) requires all contractors and subcontractors who perform work on public works projects as defined in Labor Code Section 1720 et seq. and 1813 et seq., comply with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract, on a public works project, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. Public Work projects under $10,000 shall not exceed $6,500 Labor & $3,500 materials.

If this PO is less than $15,000, a DIR Project # will not be assigned under the Small Project Exemption. If this PO is more than $15,000, contractors and subcontractors shall use the DIR Project # identified in the comments section of the PO when submitting Certified Payroll Records to the DIR.

ISD Purchase Orders

NOTE: This PO type can be updated to another PO type for more appropriate terms and conditions
Requisition Type SJGH PO Terms and Conditions ISD
Memo to Suppliers
County contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Vendor contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Prior FY Purchase Order #: [if applicable]
Scope of Purchase Order:
Pricing:
Aggregate contract applies (internal process only): [if applicable]
Multiple Supplier contract applies (internal process only): [if applicable]
NOTE: If Multiple Supplier Non-Obligated contract applies, request this contract to be created first and link contract at each requisition
Purchasing requirements:
Attach quote/pricing; Attach insurance if service; If Fixed Asset, attach evidence from budget book OR appropriation request
Terms and Conditions

This Purchase Order is issued in accordance with the General Conditions contained herein and as shown in the link located on the County of San Joaquin, Purchasing & Support Services website: https://sjgov.org/terms.

NOTE: An equipment purchase that qualifies as a fixed asset (greater than $10,000) should not be on this BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER. This includes ALL costs required to place the equipment into working order such as, installation/labor (whether installation is done by the contractor or in-house forces), material, shipping/handling and applicable taxes.
TERM OF PURCHASE ORDER:

This purchase order shall commence when signed by the Purchasing Agent and continue through June 30, 2026 unless said work is completed on a date prior thereto, terminated earlier as provided herein, or extended upon mutual agreement.

INVOICING/PAYMENT:

Include the Purchase Order number, department name, and name of the person placing the order on each invoice. Invoices are to be sent to the "Bill To:" location listed above or email to County contact(s) listed in the Comments section. Failure to provide this information may delay payment of invoice. Payments will be made 30 days after receipt of an approved invoice.

RELEASES/ORDERS:

Ordering department must supply the Purchasing Order number, the departments name, number and name of the person placing the order. Failure to provide this may delay payment of invoice.

FUNDING OUT CLAUSE:

If the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors fail to appropriate funds to enable County departments to continue to make purchases under this Agreement, this Agreement will be cancelled and the Vendor given written notice of such cancellation.

EXCEEDING DOLLAR LIMIT:

The County shall not be obligated to pay the Vendor for cost incurred in excess of the Total PO Amount listed on this Purchase Order, and the Vendor shall not continue performance in excess of the Total PO Amount until the County Purchasing Agent has increased the Total PO Amount by written Notification.

INDEMNIFICATION:

The CONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the County of San Joaquin and its employees, officers, directors, and agents from and against any losses, liabilities, damages, penalties, costs, fees, including without limitation reasonable attorneys' fees, and expenses from any claim or action, including without limitation for bodily injury or death, to the extent caused by or arising from the active and/or passive negligence or willful misconduct of the CONTRACTOR, its employees, officers, agents or Subcontractors.

The CONTRACTOR shall hold the COUNTY, the County of San Joaquin and its employees, officers, directors, and agents, harmless from liability, of any nature or kind on account of use of any copyrighted, or un-copyrighted composition, secret process, patented or un-patented invention articles or appliance furnished or used under this order.

ASSIGNMENTS:

Inasmuch as this Agreement is intended to secure the specialized services of the Contractor, Contractor may not assign, transfer, delegate or subcontract their obligation herein without the prior written consent of San Joaquin County. Any such assignment, transfer, delegation or subcontract without the prior written consent shall be considered null and void.

IF vendor will be onsite, the following applies: INSURANCE:

Contractor shall not commence work until all insurance requirements have been met: https://www.sjgov.org/insurance. Contractor agrees to be responsible to ensure requirements set forth are also met by the Contractor's subcontractors.

One-Time Purchase Orders

Requisition Type SJGH PO Terms and Conditions One-Time
Memo to Suppliers
County contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Vendor contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Prior FY Purchase Order #: [if applicable]
Scope of Purchase Order:
Pricing:
Multiple Supplier contract applies (internal process only): [if applicable]
NOTE: If Multiple Supplier Non-Obligated contract applies, request this contract to be created first and link contract at each requisition
Purchasing requirements:
Attach quote/pricing; Attach insurance if service; If Fixed Asset, attach evidence from budget book OR appropriation request
Terms and Conditions

This Purchase Order is issued in accordance with the General Conditions contained herein and as shown in the link located on the County of San Joaquin, Purchasing & Support Services website: https://sjgov.org/terms.

TERM OF PURCHASE ORDER:

This purchase order shall commence when signed by the Purchasing Agent and continue through June 30, 2025, unless said work is completed on a date prior thereto, terminated earlier as provided herein, or extended upon mutual agreement.

INVOICING/PAYMENT:

Include the Purchase Order number, department name, and name of the person placing the order on each invoice. Invoices are to be sent to the "Bill To:" location listed above or email to County contact(s) listed in the Comments section. Failure to provide this information may delay payment of invoice. Payments will be made 30 days after receipt of an approved invoice.

EXCEEDING DOLLAR LIMIT:

The County shall not be obligated to pay the Vendor for cost incurred in excess of the Total PO Amount listed on this Purchase Order, and the Vendor shall not continue performance in excess of the Total PO Amount until the County Purchasing Agent has increased the Total PO Amount by written Notification.

IF vendor will be onsite, the following applies: INSURANCE:

Contractor shall not commence work until all insurance requirements have been met: https://www.sjgov.org/insurance. Contractor agrees to be responsible to ensure requirements set forth are also met by the Contractor's subcontractors.

Payment Vehicle

Requisition Type SJGH PO Terms and Conditions Payment Vehicle
Memo to Suppliers
County contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Vendor contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Prior Purchase Order #: [if applicable]
Agreement Reference #: [if applicable]
Term of Agreement: [if applicable]
Scope of Agreement:
Pricing:
CSLB and DIR Registration Number: [if applicable]
DIR Project #: [buyer to complete, if applicable]
Aggregate contract applies (internal process only): [if applicable]
Purchasing requirements:
Attach insurance; agreement – indicate to Purchasing if this agreement needs County Counsel review or provide properly executed agreement.
Terms and Conditions

This Purchase order is issued to be used by the County Department listed as a payment vehicle for services provided pursuant to the Contract / Agreement listed in this document and incorporated herein by reference. The term of this payment vehicle purchase order shall be from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026.

INVOICING/PAYMENT:

Include the Purchase Order number, department name, and name of the person placing the order on each invoice. Invoices are to be sent to the "Bill To:" location listed above or email to County contact(s) listed in the Comments section. Failure to provide this information may delay payment of invoice. Payments will be made 30 days after receipt of an approved invoice.

INSURANCE:

Contractor shall not commence work until all insurance requirements have been met: https://www.sjgov.org/insurance. Contractor agrees to be responsible to ensure requirements set forth are also met by the Contractor's subcontractors

If services provided are public works related, the following condition applies: PUBLIC WORK:

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) requires all contractors and subcontractors who perform work on public works projects as defined in Labor Code Section 1720 et seq. and 1813 et seq., comply with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract, on a public works project, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. Public Work projects under $10,000 shall not exceed $6,500 Labor & $3,500 materials.

If services provided are public works related, the following condition applies: If this PO is less than $15,000, a DIR Project # will not be assigned under the Small Project Exemption. If this PO is more than $15,000, contractors and subcontractors shall use the DIR Project # identified in the comments section of the PO when submitting Certified Payroll Records to the DIR.

UPCCAA Purchase Orders

Requisition Type SJGH PO Terms and Conditions UPCCAA
Memo to Suppliers
County contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
Vendor contact(s): Name, Phone, Email
UPCCAA Agreement or Exhibit: [to be completed by the buyer]
Scope of UPCCAA Project:
TERM OF AGREEMENT: The term of this AGREEMENT shall be from date of execution to _ DAYS from the date of the notice to proceed, or unless terminated earlier as provided for herein.
Pricing:
CSLB and DIR Registration Number:
DIR Project #: [buyer to complete, if applicable]
Purchasing requirements:
Attach insurance; proof of CLSB and DIR, Project manager checklist, Exhibits, Agreement/Exhibit to PO
Terms and Conditions

This Purchase order is a payment vehicle for services provided pursuant to the UPCCAA Exhibit or referenced UPCCAA Agreement and incorporated herein by reference.

The term of UPCCAA project shall be set by the Notice to Proceed, or unless terminated earlier as provided herein.
TERM OF PURCHASE ORDER:

This purchase order shall commence when signed by the Purchasing Agent and continue through June 30, 2026, unless said work is completed on a date prior thereto, terminated earlier as provided herein, or extended upon mutual agreement.

INVOICING/PAYMENT:

Include the Purchase Order number, department name, and name of the person placing the order on each invoice. Invoices are to be sent to the "Bill To:" location listed above or email to County contact(s) listed in the Comments section. Failure to provide this information may delay payment of invoice. Payments will be made 30 days after receipt of an approved invoice.

INSURANCE:

Contractor shall not commence work until all insurance requirements have been met: https://www.sjgov.org/insurance. Contractor agrees to be responsible to ensure requirements set forth are also met by the Contractor's subcontractors

PUBLIC WORK:

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) requires all contractors and subcontractors who perform work on public works projects as defined in Labor Code Section 1720 et seq. and 1813 et seq., comply with all applicable provisions of the Labor Code. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract, on a public works project, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5. Public Work projects under $10,000 shall not exceed $6,500 Labor & $3,500 materials.

If this PO is less than $25,000, a DIR Project # will not be assigned under the Small Project Exemption. If this PO is more than $25,000, contractors and subcontractors shall use the DIR Project # identified in the comments section of the PO when submitting Certified Payroll Records to the DIR.

Conversion POs

Requisition Type n/a Default PO Type Conversion
Memo to Suppliers
Indicate change order instructions in this internal memo.
Automatic PO Language
Language of the original PO applies
Purchasing requirements:
Attach insurance; agreement – indicate to Purchasing if this agreement needs County Counsel review or provide properly executed agreement.

Conversion-Aggregate POs

Requisition Type n/a Default PO Type Conversion-Aggregate
Internal Memo
If requesting an increase to this PO type, attach evidence of unused aggregate spend. Indicate change order instructions in this internal memo.
Automatic PO Language
Language of the original PO applies
Purchasing requirements:
Attach insurance; agreement – indicate to Purchasing if this agreement needs County Counsel review or provide properly executed agreement.