09 NCAC 06B .0902. APPROVAL AND DOCUMENTATION

Although competition may be limited or waived pursuant to Rule .0901 of this Subchapter, the use of competition is required wherever an exception is not approved. After a limitation or waiver of competition is approved as provided in Rule .0901(a) of this Subchapter, negotiations with a potential vendor(s) in an effort to acquire the quality of good or service needed at the best possible price, delivery, terms and conditions, may be conducted.