A. If the cost of goods or a public project is $250,000 or more, competitive bidding is required. Competitive bidding must comply with applicable policies approved pursuant to section 3.56.040.
B. Competitive bidding is not required for nonprofessional or professional services in any amount. The solicitation of services is subject to the procurement policies approved pursuant to section 3.56.040.
C. If competitive bidding is required by this chapter, any other law, or funding requirements, a solicitation must be advertised in one or more of the following: daily or weekly newspapers; the official city newspaper; the city's website; trade association publications; trade journals; minority- or trade-oriented publications; or other media directed to minority or women's business enterprises. The city manager may require more than one advertisement of any solicitation. (Ord. 2024-0010 § 4)