(a) Prohibition. A County officer or employee may not order the purchase of any goods or services except under the requirements and conditions of this article. Any purchase order or contract made contrary to the provisions of this article is voidable by the Purchasing Agent with the approval of the County Executive, and the County shall not be bound thereby.
(b) Violation. If any officer, agent, or employee of the County knowingly violates or assists in the violation of any provision of this article, such officer, agent, or employee may be subject to disciplinary actions as prescribed in the Charter, this Code, and personnel regulations, and may be deemed personally responsible for any costs incurred as a result of an unauthorized purchase.
(1985 Code, Art. 10, § 1-108) (Bill No. 59-85; Bill No. 58-08; Bill No. 8-17)