Chapter 2Contract Authority
Section § 38010
This law states that the rules in this division take priority over other conflicting laws. However, it doesn't apply to contracts made under certain chapters of the Welfare and Institutions Code related to public assistance and services.
Section § 38011
This law outlines the responsibilities of administrative departments in managing contracts. They must handle program planning, request proposals, select and negotiate with contractors, oversee contracts and payments, and evaluate the services provided by contractors.
Section § 38012
This law section requires the Department of General Services to check and sign off on contracts following specific rules listed in another part of the Public Contract Code.
Section § 38013
This section mandates that the Department of Finance must review and approve contracts by following the rules outlined in a specific section of the Public Contract Code.
Section § 38014
The state official responsible for overseeing financial accounts, known as the Controller, must give approval for payments, but only if those payments adhere to the terms of contracts that have been officially accepted and approved.
Section § 38015
This law allows the California State Department of Social Services to give an advance of up to 90% of federal emergency food and shelter funds to counties or local United Way organizations. These funds are specifically for contracts focused on providing emergency food and shelter services. Also, any interest earned on these funds must also be used for the same purpose.