2.60.020 Interpretation of Purchasing Code.
Except as specifically provided in this Code, public contracts and purchases shall be awarded, administered and governed according to ORS Chapters 279A, 279B and 279C (the “Public Contracting Code”) and the Attorney General’s Model Public Contract Rules (“Model Rules”), as they now exist.
(1) In furtherance of the purposes of the objective set forth above in MMC 2.60.010, it is the City’s intent that this Code be interpreted to authorize the full use of all contracting and purchasing powers described in ORS Chapters 279A, 279B and 279C.
(2) The Model Rules adopted under ORS 279A.065 shall apply to the contracts and purchases of the City to the extent they do not conflict with this Code and the rules and regulations adopted by the City.
(3) In the event of a conflict between any provisions of this Code and the Model Rules, the provisions of this Code shall prevail. (Ord. 135 § I(B), passed 3-13-2018)