Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 665-2-10-.02
Although competition may be waived pursuant to Rule 665-2-10-.01 of this Section, the use of competition is required wherever practicable. Where waiver is contemplated, agencies may negotiate with a potential vendor(s) in an effort to acquire the quality of good or service needed at the best possible price, delivery, terms and conditions, when the expenditure is less than their respective delegation. Documentation justifying waiving the competitive process must be attached to the record of this type of procurement. Under an emergency situation, the procurement process requesting or inviting an offer(s) shall be handled by the agency, including standard language terms and conditions issued by GTA, unless circumstances prohibit their use. Negotiations may also be conducted with a potential vendor(s) for contracts exceeding the delegation if the agency has received prior approval from GTA. All actions that exceed the general delegation are subject to the conditions of Rule 665-2-12-.02 of this Subchapter.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 665-2-10-.02
O.C.G.A. Secs. 50-25-7.3, 50-25-4.