An email sent by New Hanover County School General Counsel Wayne Bullard revealed that a costly part of the schools
specification was waived for one particular company during a recent bidding process for a school contract. That company was ultimately awarded the contract.
During a special meeting on the issue on January 20th it was brought to the
attention of school officials, including Superintendent Dr. Tim Markley who was in
attendance, that the bidding process violated a number of schools policies. Cited
were New Hanover County Purchasing Policy 4610 and Ethics Standards of Conduct Policy 6082 which call for "fair and open competition....impartial
treatment.... equal opportunity to all," and states that when dealing with suppliers employees “must
exhibit the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and fairness.”
Attorneys and others that have reviewed the related documents agree school policies were violated in the process. In spite of the evidence that was presented, New Hanover County School Superintendent Dr. Markley dismissed the reported violations as a difference of opinion.
A recording of the entire meeting, including Dr Markely's remarks, can be heard here
Attorneys and others that have reviewed the related documents agree school policies were violated in the process. In spite of the evidence that was presented, New Hanover County School Superintendent Dr. Markley dismissed the reported violations as a difference of opinion.
A recording of the entire meeting, including Dr Markely's remarks, can be heard here
