Adoption Date: 06/22/2021

History: 05/24/22 (reviewed), 5/9/23 (reviewed), 5/14/24 (reviewed)

In the event of an emergency requiring repairs, in excess of the state limit, to a school district facility are necessary to correct or control the situation and to prevent the closing of school, the provisions relating to bidding will not apply.

It is the responsibility of the superintendent or designee to obtain certification from the area education agency administrator stating such repairs in excess of the state limit were necessary to prevent the closing of school.

It is the responsibility of the superintendent or designee to notify the board as soon as possible considering the circumstances of the emergency.

Policy References:

Legal Reference:

Iowa Code §§ 26.3, 280.3, .14; 297.8.

Cross Reference:

705.1	Purchasing – Bidding
705.1R1	Purchasing – Bidding - Suspension and Debarment of Vendors and Contractors Procedure
705.1R2	Purchasing – Bidding - Using Federal Funds in Procurement Contracts
802.2	Requests for Improvements