Citywide Procurement Policy (MFS 24) allows the waiver of services procurements under specific circumstances. Effective July 1st, 2017, the procedure for waivers is modified to include the two following scenarios and requirements:
Tier 1: Procurements of Services greater than $10,000 but less than $50,000.
Department Directors may waive a competitive solicitation process for procurements of services greater than $10,000 but less than $50,000. Waivers in this threshold require a completed memo with all appropriate supporting documentation attached to be submitted to the City’s Chief Procurement Officer. No additional review, concurrence, or approval is required by either the Chief Procurement Officer or the City Manager’s Office.
Tier 2: Procurements of Services greater than 50,000 and higher.
Department Directors may request a waiver of competitive solicitation process for procurements of services greater than $50,000 and higher. Waivers in this threshold require a completed memo with all appropriate supporting documentation attached to be submitted to the City’s Chief Procurement Officer for review and concurrence prior to review and final approval by the City Manager’s Office. Concurrence and final approval in writing is required for this waiver to be effective. Waivers for expenditures totaling $500,000 or more, or for Sole Source or Piggyback purchases of $100,000 or more require Council approval.
For questions about the Waiver Process or forms, please contact Corporate Procurement:
Chief Procurement Officer
Kay Elmore 704-336-2524
Charlotte, NC