Section 2000.08  Illinois Procurement Code

Articles 1, 15, 20, 25, 35, 40, 45, 50 and 53 of the Illinois Procurement Code [30 ILCS 525/Arts. 1, 15, 20, 25, 35, 40, 45, 50 and 53] (the Code) will be referenced in this Part as though applicable to the SOS, and the needs shall be procured in a manner substantially in accordance with those provisions of the Code, except to the extent otherwise provided in this Part.  For purposes of this Part, any reference in the Code or this Part to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) means the Secretary of State or his/her designee.  The Secretary of State may appoint one or more State Purchasing Officers (SPOs).