Before any purchases or contracts for supplies, materials, equipment or services exceeding $5,000 are made, the purchasing agent shall give ample opportunity for competitive bidding. For purchases or contracts not exceeding $5,000, oral bids may be accepted. All other bids shall be in writing. Competitive bidding shall be encouraged for all contracts, purchases or sales. However, in the event of an emergency affecting the public welfare, health or safety, the provisions of this section shall not apply. A full report of the circumstances of an emergency purchase shall be filed by the purchasing agent with the Town Council and shall be entered in the minutes of the Council.
(1995 Code, § 1-5053) (Ord. passed 6-7-1983)