(a) Specialized standard forms of contracts have been approved by the division for services for which there is a continuing requirement. Such contracts include exterminating services, elevator maintenance, laundry concession and fuel oil supply.

(b) Fuel oil contracts will be bid annually on standard proposals and specifications approved by the division. Bids are to be solicited on or about May 15th of each year since the term of the contract is from July 1st to June 30th of the following year. Contracts in excess of $10,000 must be publicly advertised at least once, not less than 20 days prior to bid opening date as required by section 151 of the Public Housing Law. Copies of bids received, verification of public advertising, if applicable, and authority's recommendation will be forwarded to the Bureau of Management for review and approval prior to award.

(c) Bids will be solicited for other service contracts for which there is a continuing requirement at least 90 days prior to the expiration of the current contract.