For purchases under $150,000, a purchasing agent is hereby authorized to purchase supplies, as defined in I.C. 5-22-2-38, or to purchase services, as defined in I.C. 5-22-2-30, in accordance with the purchasing requirements identified in § 35.26, provided, however, that when there exists, under emergency conditions, a threat to public health, welfare, or safety, and appropriated funds exist, a purchasing agent may purchase reasonably necessary supplies or services pursuant to I.C. 5-22-10-4(a), notwithstanding the purchasing requirements set forth in § 35.26.
(Ord. 627, passed 5-14-12)