Spot Purchases of certain items sold on the basis of certain market prices shall be exempt from ordinary methods of source selection by the Chief Purchasing Officer when market analysis indicates that such purchases are in the best interests of the NBC. Opportunities to take advantage of seasonal and/or supply/demand influences shall be taken into account when determining whether to pursue formal competitive bid procedures.
835 R.I. Code R. 835-RICR-30-00-1.5