Private Acts of 1951 Chapter 238

SECTION 1.  That in counties of this State with a population of not less than 35,100, nor more than 35,200, by the Federal Census of 1940, or any subsequent Federal Census, all purchases of supplies in excess of $2,000.00, except gasoline and oil purchased by and for the use of the County Highway Department, shall be made upon competitive bidding.  Any department desiring to purchase any supplies, equipment or materials in excess of the amount above mentioned shall give notice as to the time and place where bids will be received and upon the date fixed shall open such bids and shall award the purchase to the lowest and best bidder.

SECTION 2.  That this Act shall take effect from and after its passage, the public welfare requiring it.

Passed:  February 20, 1951.