73-501. Purposes of sections.
The purposes of sections 73-501 to 73-510 are to establish a standardized, open, and fair process for selection of contractual services, using performance-based contracting methods to the maximum extent practicable, and to create an accurate reporting of expended funds for contractual services. This process shall promote a standardized method of selection for state contracts for services, assuring a fair assessment of qualifications and capabilities for project completion. There shall also be an accountable, efficient reporting method of expenditures for these services.
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