The Mission of the PSC Purchasing Department is as follows:

1. To deal fairly and equitably with all suppliers wishing to do business with PSC.
2. Provide professional procurement services for all departments throughout PSC.
3. Assure adherence to all laws, regulations, and procedures.
4. Maximize competition for all procurements.
5. Obtain maximum savings through innovative buying and application of value analysis  techniques.
6. Administer the contracting function with internal efficiency.
7. Purchase goods and services at the lowest price, consistent with quality performance and delivery requirements from capable suppliers meeting PSC's requirements. Purchase post-consumer recycled material content products, when available and monetarily beneficial.

PSC's Vision Statement:

PSC will be a world class college and Florida's leader in workforce development.

PSC's Core Values:

Collaboration, Commitment, Diversity, Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, and Service

PSC's Mission Statement:

Polk State College is a quality-driven educational institution, providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degrees, career certificates, and workforce development programs, delivered by diverse, qualified faculty and staff who are committed to student learning and achievement through the consistent practice of collaboration and focus on excellence.