(a) Contracts for the purchase of material, equipment, supplies or services, other than professional or personal services as defined in Section 105.10, which are purchased, leased or constructed which require bidding pursuant to Ohio R.C. 735.05 through 735.09, and 737.03, shall first be approved by Council, and the contract shall be made with the lowest and best bidder after advertisement for not less than two or more than four consecutive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation within the City.
(b) Contracts for the purchase of material, equipment, supplies or services, other than professional or personal services as defined in Section 105.10, which are purchased, leased, or constructed at a cost greater than $25,000 which do not require bidding pursuant to Ohio R.C. 735.05 through 735.09, and 737.03, shall first be approved by Council through an informal resolution. (Ord. 137-2023. Passed 9-25-23.)