Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 50, December 14, 2024
Section 3170.75 - Motor vehiclesThe Department will participate in the purchase or lease of motor vehicles, and the operating costs of the vehicles. However, the Department encourages the utilization of general transportation resources. Therefore, the approval of the Regional Deputy Secretary is required before a motor vehicle may be purchased or leased. Approval shall be dependent upon demonstrated need and documented efforts to locate and utilize existing resources. The following points shall apply in the purchase or lease of vehicles:
(1) Counties are encouraged to minimize costs by purchasing vehicles under the provisions of section 2403 of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P. S. § 633) which allows for counties to take advantage of special prices given the Commonwealth by making purchases in cooperation with State purchases.(2) Where purchase of vehicles are not made through the provisions of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P. S. § 633), county programs shall make use of a competitive bidding process.(3) The personal use of motor vehicles by employes is prohibited. A daily log detailing the use of vehicles, as well as any maintenance or service activities, shall be maintained.(4) County programs are to explore cost differentials between leasing and purchase of vehicles and to opt for the least expensive alternative.(5) The Department will participate in the cost of a vehicle either through expensing or amortizing of a loan for the purchase of the vehicle. This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 3170.11 (relating to purpose); 55 Pa. Code § 3170.22 (relating to direct provision of services); 55 Pa. Code § 3170.23 (relating to purchase of service); 55 Pa. Code § 3170.57 (relating to travel and lodging); 55 Pa. Code § 3170.83 (relating to establishing rates); and 55 Pa. Code § 3170.85 (relating to responsibility of the county).