SECTION 260:65-27-1. Purpose

  The purpose of this Subchapter is to provide information and procedures to issue competitive solicitations and award contracts using Best Value methodology. The rules implement the provisions of 61 O.S. §103(E) of the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974, which authorizes use of Best Value competitive proposals as an alternative to strictly price or qualification-based competition. The rules ensure fair and consistent contracting processes that satisfy the needs of the state. All vendors and state agencies are responsible for knowing the requirements of this Subchapter. These rules are administered by the Construction and Properties Department of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to provide direction and ensure compliance with the Oklahoma Public Competitive Bidding Act, and other state laws and rules applicable to state construction acquisitions. These rules have been promulgated in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act and pursuant to the authority of 61 O.S. §103(E) and 61 O.S. §209.

[Source: Added at 31 Ok Reg 1423, eff 9-12-14]