The term “public projects” is defined in § 35.06. The following shall apply to purchase and contracts that are not public projects.
(A) Procedures for specific amounts. The following procedures shall be followed when purchasing or leasing materials, supplies, equipment or services:
(1) $0 to $500. The City Manager shall ensure that the city pays fair prices and receives commensurate value for amounts expended.
(2) $501 to $2,500. Price quotes must be solicited, either verbally or in writing, from a minimum of three vendors, if available. The low price quote must be confirmed in writing.
(3) $2,501 or higher. Written specifications describing the delivery schedule, materials, supplies, equipment or services must be prepared. Price quotes must be solicited in writing from a minimum of three vendors, if available. The low price quote must be confirmed in writing.
(B) Purchase order or contract required. Purchases of supplies, equipment, and services shall be made only by written purchase order or contract.
(Ord. 15-100, passed 2-11-2015)