A. In selecting a procurement item, the lowest cost item is not a general requirement. County shall consider the cost of the procurement item, the value of the procurement item, the speed and convenience in delivery of the item, the quality of services, and other factors that will provide the County with the highest and best value.
B. In the attempt to attain the highest and best value, County may show preference to local vendors even though their bid or proposal may not be the lowest bid. In showing such preference, County shall justify this by determining that such decision will result in equal to or greater long term value of such procurement for certain reasons such as better and/or more convenient service, maintenance, warranty, support of the local economy, etc. (Ord. O-2016-7, 8-8-2016)