27 Miss. Code. R. 1-3-205
A contract may be awarded for a service without competition when the Agency Head determines in writing that there is only one source for the required service.
The provisions herein apply to all sole-source procurements unless emergency conditions exist as defined in Section 3-206 (Emergency Procurement).
Sole-source procurement is not permissible unless a requirement is available from only a single supplier. The determination as to whether a procurement shall be made as a sole-source shall be made and approved by the Agency Head. Such determination and the basis therefor shall be in writing and signed by the Agency Head. The Agency Head may specify the application of such determination and the duration of its effectiveness. In cases of reasonable doubt, competition shall be solicited. Any request by an agency that a procurement be restricted to one potential contractor shall be accompanied by an explanation as to why no other will be suitable or acceptable to meet the need.
The Agency Head shall conduct negotiations, as appropriate, as to price, delivery, and terms. If the contract amount is greater than $100,000, the contracts must still be forwarded to the PSCRB for approval prior to any services being rendered.
27 Miss. Code. R. 1-3-205