§ 6100.648. Bidding.
(a) For a supply or equipment over $10,000, the provider shall obtain the supply or equipment using a process of competitive bidding or written estimates.
(b) The cost of the supply or equipment must be the best price paid by a prudent buyer.
(c) If only one bid is obtained for a purchase, the provider shall keep records justifying the cost-effectiveness of the purchase.
Cross References This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 6100.641 (relating to cost-based rate); 55 Pa. Code § 6100.802 (relating to support coordination, targeted support management and base-funding support coordination); and 55 Pa. Code § 6100.803 (relating to organized health care delivery system).
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