Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) pay tax?

The SNWA is exempt from Nevada Sales Tax and Federal Excise Tax for the procurement of goods.

Can I find out what prices were paid in the past for goods and services?

Prices paid for previous contracts are public information. You can ask us what we paid for a prior good or service before you quote on an upcoming project.

How rapidly does SNWA pay its bills?

The SNWA pays its bills within 30 days of receipt of the invoice or delivery of the products or services, whichever is later. Special arrangements can be made for earlier payment.

Who is allowed to purchase items/services for SNWA?

The majority of all purchases are made by the Purchasing Division. All departments have access to User Purchase Orders, which allow the departments to place orders for small purchases under $500 or place orders against existing blanket purchase orders.

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