As a public agency, the City of Coconut Creek adheres to strict laws, rules, the NIGP Code of Ethics, and ethical practices. Coconut Creek employees adhere to a formal Administrative Order of not accepting gifts from suppliers nor conducting purchasing transactions for personal benefit. It is a goal of the Purchasing Division to obtain maximum value for each dollar spent. Purchasing procures materials, supplies, equipment, and services while balancing costs and quality needed to provide the best service to the public.