Section R. 18.504 - ContractsRule 4.
(1) Any type of contract which is in the best interest of the state may be used.(2) A short-term lease contract agreement (1 to 4 years) may be used when a building requires little or no remodeling in order to allow the department or agency maximum flexibility and mobility in accordance with siting policy objectives.(3) A long-term lease contract (5 to 10 years) may be used in the following situations: (a) A building is to be extensively remodeled or rehabilitated by the lessor to meet state requirements.(b) A building is to be constructed for a specific use by a state department or agency.(c) The building and location best serves the interest of the state.(4) A month-to-month agreement may be authorized by the real estate manager when space is needed for temporary, emergency, or interim quarters, for a period not to exceed 12 months, for any of the following purposes:(b) Additional space to relieve congestion caused by temporary increases in workload.(c) Immediate occupancy when unusual delays occur in the lease process.(d) When there is a threat to public health, safety, or welfare under emergency conditions.(e) For good cause when deemed in the best interest of the state.Mich. Admin. Code R. 18.504