§ 34.03 GENERAL POLICIES.

   All village officials shall:

   (A)   Comply with the Village of Lake Orion Charter and the Village Code as it pertains to purchasing and disposal of assets. Specific references are in Chapter 11.1 and 11.2 fo the Village Charter.

   (B)   Obtain from responsible vendors sufficiently high-quality goods for the lowest possible price.

   (C)   Implement purchasing procedures which will facilitate the purchase of and payment for goods yet will provide sufficient internal controls.

   (D)   Provide departments with timely financial reports for purposes of budgetary controls and order goods only if funds have been appropriated by the Village Council.

   (E)   Purchase in quantity when practical in order to obtain discounts and minimize paper flow throughout the year.

   (F)   Purchase materials or equipment that are sustainable when practical.

   (G)   Encourage competitive bidding among vendors; however, the village reserves the right to reject any or all bids or quotes and need not purchase from the lowest bidder.

   (H)   Assure orders shall not be artificially subdivided in order to avoid complying with the bidding requirements.

   (I)   Assure all village officials and employees involved in the purchase process will adhere to the requirements in this chapter and the Charter, Chapter 11.

(Ord. 24.09, passed 6-26-23)