W. Va. Code R. § 145-17-9

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 145-17-9 - Violations

9.1. Any person who authorizes or approves a purchase or contract in violation of West Virginia Code or any rule adopted by the Procurement Office may be personally liable for the cost of the purchase or contract. Purchases and contracts violating the West Virginia Code or this rule are void and of no effect. Provided, that the state establishes by a preponderance of the evidence that the individual acted knowingly and willfully.

9.2. Any person receiving anything of value from a known interested party in awarding a purchase order is subject to the provisions of the Ethics Act as determined by the Ethics Commission.