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1. GENERAL INFORMATION <br />1.1 INTRODUCTION <br />The purpose of this manual is to set forth and implement policies and procedures governing the <br />procurement of commodities and services. All personnel charged with responsibility for <br />procuring commodities and services must be thoroughly familiar with the policies and procedures <br />set forth herein. <br />1.2 PURCHASING OVERVIEW <br />Procurement is regulated by this manual, the Indian River County Code and, to the extent <br />applicable, state and federal statutes. <br />The Board of County Commissioners (Board) has delegated limited authority to procure <br />commodities and services to the County Administrator, and through his authorized delegation, <br />the Purchasing Manager. Any procurement in excess of the authority of the County Administrator <br />shall be approved by the Board. <br />The County Attorney shall serve as legal counsel and provide legal services with respect to <br />procurement matters. <br />1.3 GENERAL PROVISIONS, PURPOSES AND APPLICATION <br />A. Authority. Pursuant to chapter 105 of the Indian River County Code of <br />Ordinances, the policies and procedures set forth herein have been promulgated by the County <br />Administrator, and approved by the Board. <br />B. Short Title. These policies and procedures shall be known and may be cited as the <br />"Indian River County Purchasing Manual" or "Purchasing Manual." <br />C. Application of This Manual. <br />1. General Application. This manual shall apply only to procurement <br />transactions solicited or entered into after the effective date of the manual. <br />2. Application to Procurement. This manual shall apply to all procurement <br />transactions by the County, irrespective of the source of funds. The use of state or federal <br />grants or funds shall not exempt compliance with the requirements of this manual, unless <br />195 <br />