12 Miss. Code. R. 6-4.101.01

Current through December 10, 2024
Section 12-6-4.101.01 - Definitions
(1) Brand Name Specification - a specification limited to one or more items by manufacturers' names or catalog numbers.
(2) Brand Name or Equal Specification - a specification which uses two or more manufacturer's names or catalog numbers to describe the standard of quality, performance, and other characteristics needed to meet Mississippi requirements and which provides for the submission of equivalent products. The use of Brand Name or Equal Specifications that contain less than two manufacturer's names or catalog numbers may be cause for rejection of the purchase request by the Office of Purchasing, Travel and Fleet Management.
(3) Qualified Products List - an approved list of supplies, services, or construction items described by model or catalog numbers, which, prior to competitive solicitation, the State has determined will meet the applicable specification requirements.
(4) Specification - any description of the physical, functional, or performance characteristics or of the nature of a supply, service, or construction item. A specification includes, as appropriate, requirements for inspecting, testing, or preparing a supply, service, or construction item for delivery.
(5) Specification for a Common or General Use Item - a specification which has been developed and approved for repeated use in procurements in accordance with the provisions of Subsection 4.104.01, Procedures for the Development of Specifications.

12 Miss. Code. R. 6-4.101.01

Amended 1/1/2018