A purchasing agent (other than the Utility General Foreman) may purchase supplies within a specific budget line item with an estimated cost of less than $1,000 on the open market without inviting or receiving quotes, proposals or bids. The Utility General Foreman may purchase supplies within a specific budget line item with an estimated cost of $2,500 or less on the open market without inviting or receiving quotes, proposals or bids. However, the elected Fiscal Officer of the town can authorize emergency operational expenses for the town up to $5,000. If there is a vacancy in any department that has a designated purchasing agent, the elected Fiscal Officer of the town can make those purchases so that operations do not cease.
(Ord. 2023-09, passed 11-8-23)