§ 2-351. Purchasing agent; duties.

A designated town employee shall be the purchasing agent for the town with the authority and responsibility as described in this section.

(1)

The purchase of supplies, materials and equipment required by any department of the town government.

(2)

The storage and distribution of all supplies, materials and equipment purchased by or belonging to the town.

(3)

Establishing written specifications, whenever practicable, for supplies, materials, equipment and contractual services prior to purchase. Competition for aforementioned services is encouraged to ensure proper distribution of funds.

(4)

Maintaining an updated written inventory of all materials, supplies and equipment purchased by and/or belonging to the town, excluding perishable and durable items.

(5)

Maintaining a list of qualified vendors with solid references, who have performed quality work in the past, and consistently submits competitive bids. The list will not include vendors that have defaulted on contracts, attempted to defraud the town and/or failed to meet established specifications.

(Ord. No. 00-13, 2-6-2001)