(a) Acquisition of electronic data-processing goods and services by the district shall be conducted through competitive means, except when the district determines one of the following:
(1) The goods and services proposed for acquisition are the only goods and services which can meet the district’s needs.
(2) The goods and services are needed in case of an emergency where immediate acquisition is necessary for the efficient operation and preservation of the district’s services.
(b) The mode of acquisition to be used and the procedure to be followed shall be approved by the district which shall adopt appropriate criteria and procedures to ensure compliance with the intent of this chapter. However, the procedure shall provide for issuance by the district of a solicitation document to, and for the submission of proposals by, prospective contractors.
(Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 586, Sec. 1.)