The office of Purchasing Agent is hereby established
in the Borough of Cresskill.
[Amended 10-19-2011 by Ord. No. 11-18-1420]
The Purchasing Agent appointed as such by the
Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Council, shall be appointed
annually for a one-year term.
[Added 10-19-2011 by Ord. No. 11-18-1420]
The Purchasing Agent is required to possess a valid qualified
purchasing agent certificate, as issued by the New Jersey Division
of Local Government Services, Department of Community Affairs.
The Purchasing Agent shall receive such compensation
as the Mayor and Council shall annually determine by ordinance or
resolution.
[Amended 10-19-2011 by Ord. No. 11-18-1420]
The Purchasing Agent shall have, on behalf of
the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Cresskill, the authority,
responsibility and accountability for the purchasing activity pursuant
to Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.); to prepare
public advertising for and to receive bids and requests for proposals
for the provision or performance of goods, services and construction
contracts; to recommend to the Mayor and Council the award contracts
pursuant to New Jersey law in accordance with the regulations, forms
and procedures promulgated by state regulatory agencies; and to conduct
any activities as may be necessary or appropriate to the purchasing
function of the Borough of Cresskill.