(A)
The negotiated process may be used instead of advertisement for bids if the amount exceeds $22,000 in the following circumstances:
(1) An emergency exists; and
(2) All bids received exceed the amount budgeted.
(B) Before an emergency is declared, the County Judge/Executive shall determine whether or not a delay in obtaining bids will result in danger to health, safety or property.
(C) The County Judge/Executive shall certify the existence of any emergency and file a copy of such certificate with the Chief Financial Officer of the county.
(Ord. 4-2014, passed 7-31-2014, § 4.4; Ord. 1-2022, passed 1-20-2022)