A. Centralized Purchasing Division. There is created a Centralized Purchasing Division within the Administrative Services Department in which is vested authority to purchase supplies, materials, equipment, and services. The City Manager, acting for and on behalf of the City Council, shall have the power to issue instructions as deemed necessary for the operation of the Purchasing Division.
B. Purchasing Agent. There is created the position of Purchasing Agent. The Purchasing Agent shall be appointed by the City Manager to direct and manage the city’s purchasing division. The Purchasing Agent shall have the authority to purchase supplies, materials, equipment, and services in accordance with this chapter. The Purchasing Agent shall establish methods and procedures necessary for the efficient and economical functioning of the purchasing division.
(Ord. 1198, passed 11-21-17)