§ 2-1206. Extension and expiration of contracts.

(a)

Extension. Under this article, the chief procurement officer may extend a contract once for 90 days after the date of expiration under the contract, when the following conditions are met:

(1)

The chief procurement officer determines in writing that the extension of the contract is in the best interests of the city and would encourage effective competition;

(2)

The city council, by duly enacted legislation, appropriates funds for the extension; and

(3)

The chief financial officer verifies the availability of funds.

When the chief procurement officer grants the extension of a contract under this section, he shall provide notice of the extension to city council.

(b)

Expiration. The chief procurement officer shall provide written notice of the expiration date of contracts to the using agency and to the municipal clerk at least 90 days prior to the expiration date of the contracts. Within 30 days of receiving such notice from the chief procurement officer, the using agency shall advise him/her in writing whether such contract needs to be extended for the additional 90-day period.

(Ord. No. 2009-78(09-O-1876), § 4, 12-15-09)