(A) A demonstration project may be undertaken if the Procurement Manager determines in writing that the project is innovative, unique, and in the best interests of the City. The City shall not be obligated to pay the contractor during the demonstration period, or to procure or lease the services or materials supplied by the contractor. However, on the written request and justification by a department director and written determination by the Procurement Manager, the City may pay the contractor all or part of the expendable costs incurred during the demonstration period. The term of the demonstration shall not exceed two years.

(B) A subsequent contract to procure or lease services or materials previously supplied during a demonstration project may be procured under this section, subject to the Procurement Manager’s approval, or it may be procured as otherwise provided in this article.

(C) Except as otherwise provided by law, a contractor for a demonstration project shall not be precluded from participating as a bidder or offeror in a procurement for the services or materials supplied during a demonstration project. (Ord. 08-1137, passed 9-22-2008)