Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 24, December 16, 2024
Section 11 CSR 45-59.030 - Three or Fewer VendorsPURPOSE: This rule establishes a procedure when less than three vendors exist for any goods or services.
(1) When the director has determined that three (3) or fewer vendors exist which can provide the goods or services required by the commission s/he may use the procedure set forth in this rule.(2) The director may negotiate with the vendor(s) who are capable of supplying the goods or services to obtain the lowest and best terms.(3) The director may award the contract at any time s/he is satisfied that s/he has obtained the lowest and best terms available. AUTHORITY: section 313.560, RSMo 1986.* This rule originally filed as 12 CSR 5019.030. Original rule filed Dec. 15, 1986, effective March 26, 1987. Moved to 11 CSR 45-59.030, effective Aug. 28, 1995. *Original authority: 313.560, RSMo 1986, amended 1987.