§ 12–301
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 12-301 (2026)
Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally
Subtitle 3. Contracts and Competitive Bidding
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(a)
This section applies only to commission counties.
(b)
The provisions of §§ 9–105 and 9–106 of this article apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted under this section.
(c)
The county commissioners shall:
(1)
establish a competitive bidding process for awarding contracts for services or the purchase of supplies if the contract exceeds $15,000;
(2)
require a bond in connection with a contract, regardless of the amount; and
(3)
if no bids are submitted in response to a request for bids, obtain the services or supplies in a manner that the county commissioners consider appropriate.
(d)
In Somerset County, subsection (c) of this section does not apply to a contract solely for design or consultation services.
(e)
In St. Mary’s County, subsection (c) of this section applies only to a contract for services or the purchase of supplies if the contract exceeds $50,000.