Every reasonable effort shall be made to avoid making purchases from or through employees of any agency. Prior written approval from the CIO or his designee is required before doing business with such personnel. In deciding whether to grant approval, the CIO or his designee shall consider the type of item or service needed, the prevailing market conditions, whether competition is available, the cost involved, and the effects of doing business with the employee. All such purchases must comply with all statutory requirements governing such transactions.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 665-2-11-.04
O.C.G.A. Secs. 50-25-7.3, 50-25-4.