Maryland § 16-314
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-314, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-314.
(a) The board of trustees may provide for sole source procurement contracts in accordance with the provisions of this section.
(b) (1) Whenever the procurement officer determines that there is only one available source for the subject of a procurement contract, the procurement officer may award the procurement contract without competition to that source.
(2) Before awarding a procurement contract to a sole source, the procurement officer shall obtain:
(i) The approval of the board of trustees; and
(ii) Any other approval required by law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-314
What does Maryland Code § 16-314 cover?
Section 16-314 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 16-314?
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