Legal Documents of Dandridge

On all purchases or contracts estimated to be in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) except as otherwise proved for in this policy, formal sealed bids shall be required. The purchasing agent will submit the bids for award by the board of mayor and aldermen at the next regularly scheduled meeting.

Notice inviting bids will be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Jefferson County, at least five (5) days prior to the last day for receiving bids. The newspaper notice shall contain a general description of the articles to be purchased, shall state where the written specifications are to be secured, and the time and place for opening bids.

In addition to publication in a newspaper, the purchasing agent may take any other actions deemed necessary to notify all prospective bidders of the invitation to bid. This may be accomplished by delivery, verbally, by mail, or posting in a public place. (Ord. #06/07-06, Sept. 2006)