Exceptions To Quotes/Bidding

The following is a list of legal authority providing alternative methods to biding and quote requirements

NOTE:  The following information is provided as a guideline to assist District staff.  Every request is unique and should be considered on a case-by-case basis.

EDU § 81651 - Purchase of specific instructional materials

GOV § 53060 - Contracts for Special Services

PCC § 10340 - Emergency purchase or contract with other state agency, etc.

PCC § 10298, 10299, 20653 - Utilizing DGS/CMAS Agreements

PCC § 20651.2 - Purchase of Goods, Services, & IT from Small Businesses & DVBEs

PCC § 20652 - Utilizing "Piggyback"/Cooperative Agreements*

PCC § 20653.5 - Utilizing UC/CSU Agreements*

PCC § 20660 - Food purchases for Food Service Operations

PCC § 20661, CCR Title 5 § 59131 - Utilizing CCC Chancellor Agreements*

*See our Piggybacks page for more details