OAR 125-247-0010: Policies

(1) ORS Chapter 279B and this division 247 apply the policies of 279A.015 to the Procurement of Supplies and Services. The seven sourcing methods for procurement, procedures, and legal remedies set forth in ORS Chapter 279B and these Rules simplify, clarify and modernize procurement practices so that they reflect the market place and industry standards. ORS Chapter 279B and this division 247 provide a Public Contracting structure that can take full advantage of evolving procurement methods as they emerge within various industries, according to ORS 279A.015(6). (2) Specific procedures accompany each method, followed by a Section of general procedures. Authorized Agencies must comply with both the specific procedures of a method and general procedures. (3) The responsibility of the Designated Procurement Officer and any delegatee of an Authorized Agency is to choose the appropriate sourcing methods in accordance with the Code, Rules, and policy, and arrive at offers that represent optimal value to the Agency and the State. (4) Meaningful competition can be achieved through various strategies and sourcing methods when procuring Supplies and Services, and this competition must be reasonably calculated and demonstrated to satisfy the Authorized Agency’s and the State’s needs.