SPECIAL ITEMS

In situations where a general type of item is covered by a term contract but a special type item is needed for a particular application, the agency may proceed with the purchase of the special type item under the rules of this Chapter. The need for the special type item in lieu of the general type item shall be justified by the agency/user in writing and the agency file documented for public record. History Note: Authority G.S. 143-52; 143-53; 143-55; Eff. February 1, 1976; Readopted Eff. February 27, 1979; Amended Eff. April 1, 1999; Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. July 23, 2016.