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urn: urn:us-la:rs:39:1593
citation: "R.S. 39:1593"
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# Methods of source selection

Unless otherwise authorized by law, all state contracts shall be awarded by one of the following methods:

(1) R.S. 39:1594, competitive sealed bids.

(2) R.S. 39:1595, competitive sealed proposals.

(3) R.S. 39:1596, small purchases.

(4) R.S. 39:1597, sole source.

(5) R.S. 39:1598, emergency procurements.

(6) R.S. 39:1600, other procurement methods:

(a) Unstable market conditions.

(b) Group purchasing.

(c) Used equipment.

(d) Reverse auctions.

(e) Negotiation of noncompetitive contracts.

(f) Invitation to negotiate.