Maryland Statutes
Part II - State Purchase of Supplies
Section 4-313 - Procurement by Secretary; Exceptions

Consistent with Division II of this article, the Secretary shall contract for or purchase any supplies for a unit except an item that the Secretary:
        (1)    determines is strictly perishable;
        (2)    determines is impracticable for the unit to purchase through or with the approval of the Secretary; or
        (3)    permits the unit to purchase with the approval of the Secretary.