There shall be a Department of Purchasing under the direction of the County Executive, which shall, except as otherwise provided by this Charter or by ordinance, be responsible, to the extent permitted by the Ohio Constitution, for the purchase of all goods and services required by all offices, officers, agencies, departments, boards, commissions or other public bodies, other than separate political subdivisions, that are supported in whole or in part from taxes levied, or other financial assistance provided, by the County.
(Added 11-7-95.)