The City of Frederick Facilities Department through the Purchasing Department acquires all types of property to fulfill the various programmatic needs of City Departments and City policy objectives. Acquisitions range from buildings, land for the construction of public facilities and buildings to park land.
The state may acquire either full or partial interest in property based on its intended use and available financial resources. Acquisitions require an appraisal of the property to establish its fair market value for negotiating purposes.