421—31.6(216A,232,PL93-415) Sole source contracts. The division may determine, because of the nature of a certain problem or desired programmatic response, that a competitive grant or formula-based allocation process would not be the most appropriate or expeditious process through which to award funds. In such cases, the division may seek out a potential subgrantee with which it can develop a sole source contract for services. The division shall be alert to organizational conflicts of interest and noncompetitive practices among contractors that may restrict or eliminate competition or otherwise restrain trade. The division’s awarding and administration of any sole source contract shall be governed by all relevant state and federal laws and regulations.
[ARC 6101C, IAB 12/29/21, effective 2/2/22]