A. The City Manager may authorize others to make emergency procurements if there exists a threat to public health, welfare, or safety, or if a situation exists which makes compliance with § 3-5-60 impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to public interest. Emergency procurements shall be made with as much competition as practicable under the circumstances.
B. Any item that is procured under this emergency clause using the reasoning that "a situation exists which makes compliance with § 3-5-60 impracticable, unnecessary or contrary to public interest" may be considered as a one-time opportunity purchase and must:
1. Be capital equipment or capital equipment as part of a capital project;
2. Clearly demonstrate that the price is significantly below market price. Two other vendor quotes shall be required;
3. Receive City Manager approval prior to placing the order; and
4. Receive post acquisition approval from the City Council.
(Res. 2008-011, passed 2-19-2008)