Rowan County Purchasing Policy requires sole-source purchases over $5,000 be approved by the Board of Commissioners. This agreement would be approved as a 'sole-source' using standardization or compatibility as the overriding consideration per NCGS 143-129(e)(6) which allows for an exception to the bidding laws when:
1. Performance or price competition for a product are not available.
2. A needed product is available from only one source of supply; or
3. Standardization or compatibility is the overriding consideration
Rowan County Health Department is contracting with Patagonia Health to use their subscription services that allow the Health Department to maintain patient electronic medical records/practice management system. Not to Exceed $45,000.00.
Board of Commissioners authorize the Health Director to approve an annual service agreement with Patagonia Health not to exceed $45,000.00.
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