§12–301.

    (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.