Local Government Contracting and Agreements for Non-Public Works Projects
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Personal Service Contracts
Personal service contracts can be used by all local government agencies for a variety of work, such as contract prosecution services, working with a consultant to draft development code regulations, or using a local auto repair shop to maintain an agency’s vehicle fleet. By and large, local governments have no statutory requirements for personal service contracts (although port districts and public facilities districts do have some requirements, which are detailed on our Personal Services Contracts webpage). While not required, agencies should adopt guidelines for contracting for personal services, including delegating signature authority, and identifying when RFPs or RFQs will be solicited. Our Personal Services Contracts webpage explores this in more detail.