Pennsylvania § 516 - Emergency procurement.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 516 — Emergency procurement., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 516. Emergency procurement.
The head of a purchasing agency may make or authorize others to make an emergency procurement when there exists a threat to public health, welfare or safety or circumstances outside the control of the agency create an urgency of need which does not permit the delay involved in using more formal competitive methods. Whenever practical, in the case of a procurement of a supply, at least two quotes shall be solicited. A written determination of the basis for the emergency and for the selection of the particular contractor shall be included in the procurement file. No written contract may be required. The supplier of the supply, service or construction may be paid based on the emergency approval and approved invoice.
(Nov. 4, 2016, P.L.1216, No.163, eff. 60 days)
Cross References. Section 516 is referred to in sections 106.1, 511, 515, 518, 519, 541, 561, 564, 905, 3604 of this title; section 13A06 of Title 65 (Public Officers).
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 516
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 516 cover?
Section 516 ("Emergency procurement.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 516?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 516" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 516 apply to my situation?
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