Columbia Plans, specifications and descriptions to be kept by purchasing agent ordinance (§ 2-470)

When calling for bids, the purchasing agent, or applicable department, shall keep on file the plans, specifications or descriptions of the article or service to be purchased. These plans, specifications or descriptions shall be available for public inspection. The purchasing agent may require a deposit for the return of plans or specifications taken from the office. The deposit shall not exceed the reasonable cost of preparing the plans or specifications. The purchasing agent may also utilize a third-party vendor for the delivery of plans and specifications in an electronic format for a fee, which must not exceed the reasonable cost of preparing and sending the plans and specifications.