[Adopted 10-15-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-13]
The Purchasing Agent shall have, on behalf of the Township Committee of the Township of Delaware, 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, or cause to be prepared, public advertising for and to receive bids and requests for proposals for the provision or performance of goods, services and construction contracts; to award contracts pursuant to New Jersey law in accordance with the regulations, forms and procedures promulgated by State regulatory agencies; and conduct any activities as may be necessary or appropriate to the purchasing function of the Township of Delaware.
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 is limited by the Salary Ordinance and is set by resolution of the Township Committee.