Ala. Code § 41-16-53

Current through the 2024 Regular Session.

Section 41-16-53 - Letting of contracts without public advertisement authorized in case of emergencies affecting public health, safety, etc

Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, in the event circumstances arise for which a delay in remedying or otherwise addressing would likely cause harm to an individual or public property, a contract may be let to the extent necessary to mitigate the harm without regard to the requirements of this article, provided the awarding authority does both of the following:

(1) Documents two or more price quotations or price estimates before letting the contract.

(2) Adopts a resolution declaring the nature of the circumstances, the action to be taken, and the reasons for taking the action.

Ala. Code § 41-16-53 (1975)

Amended by Act 2023-135,§ 1, eff. 8/1/2023.

Acts 1967, Ex. Sess., No. 217, p. 259, §7.