Law enforcement units which are entities of governing authorities are not required to obtain approval of the Office of Purchasing, Travel and Fleet Management when making purchases as set forth in this regulation. The Board of the governing authority having jurisdiction over the law enforcement unit making the purchase shall set the guidelines to be followed in making those purchases. However, where competition is available, the purchases shall be made on the basis of competitive quotes. These entities shall also maintain a bid file on each purchase made under the provisions of Section 31-7-13(m)(xix), Mississippi Code of 1972, Annotated, and the file will contain the same information as set forth in the above requirements applicable to state agencies.
12 Miss. Code. R. 6-10.103.04.2