Md. Code Regs. 14.39.03.13

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 14.39.03.13 - Sole Source

A. Sole source procurement is permissible if a requirement is available from only a single vendor.

B. Examples of circumstances that might necessitate a sole source procurement are as follows:

(1) Only one source exists which meets the requirements;

(2) The compatibility of equipment, accessories, or replacement parts is the paramount consideration;

(3) A sole vendor's item is needed for trial use or testing; or

(4) Public or regulated utility services are to be procured and only one source exists.

C. The LEA shall submit a written sole source justification to the IAC or its designee.

Md. Code Regs. 14.39.03.13

Regulation .13 amended and recodified 23.03.03.13 effective 46:22 Md. R. 976, eff. 11/4/2019