The county purchasing laws do not require a service to be bid, but bidding may be recommended in certain situations to ensure the county is fulfilling the intent of the purchasing laws. However, procurement of materials and equipment through contracts that are flexible and value-based and are in the best interests of the state and its political subdivisions.
This situation includes both professional services, contracting for insurance, and other service-related contracts. The county should establish a policy on contracting for services to ensure the county is getting competitive pricing. 74 O.S. § 85.2(19)
A listing of professional services as defined in law can be found in the Oklahoma Statutes in Title 18, Section 803.
