A. Except as provided in this Article, it shall be improper for any Town Employee to order the purchase of Materials or Services or to attempt to enter into Contracts within the purview of this Article other than through the Procurement Agent. Purchase Orders or Contracts made contrary to the provisions hereof shall not be approved by the Procurement Agent and the Town shall not be bound thereby. Further, the Procurement Agent may impose discipline on Employees who violate this Article in accordance with the Town’s codes and personnel administrative regulations.

B. A Person who knowingly contracts for or purchases any Materials, Services or Construction in a manner contrary to the requirements of this Article violates the ethical standards contained in this Article shall be personally liable for the recovery of all public monies paid, together with legal interest and all costs, attorney’s fees and damages arising out of the violation. Further, the Procurement Agent may impose discipline on Employees who (1) contracted for or purchased any Materials, Services of Construction in a manner contrary to the requirements of this Article or (2) engaged in violations of the provisions set forth in Sections 3-3-11 and 3-3-12 above in accordance with the Town’s codes and personnel administrative regulations.

C. The Town Attorney shall assist the Procurement Agent or authorized designee in enforcing the provisions of this Article. (16-13, Amended, 12/01/2016, and Restated; 13-04, Amended, 11/21/2013)