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4.1.2.2.5. Submit properly coded vendor invoice with agreement or PO and account numbers to the Finance Department in accordance with administrative guidelines. When using a CPA, submit a copy of the CPA with the PO. 4.1.3. $100,000.01 and above: City Council Approval with Competitive Bidding Process 4.1.3.1. Vendor must be chosen using a competitive bidding process(see definitions section). A Managed Qualified Bidders List may be used if existing. Alternatively, a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (CPA) can be used. A Sole Source Vendor can be used with City Manager Approval. 4.1.3.2. Qualified Low Bidder must be selected. City Council approval is required. 4.1.3.2.1. If two or more vendors propose supplies, equipment or trade services at the same total or unit price,with generally equivalent qualifications, and with generally equivalent compliance with Section 5, SB 1383 Procurement Requirements, of this Policy,preference shall be given to the city-based vendor. Such local preference shall be utilized only when allowed by state and federal law, and the requirements of the underlying funding source. 4.1.3.2.2. If city-based vendors' or contractors'bids are greater than non-city based vendors or contractors, when calculating and comparing bids from vendors or contractors providing supplies, equipment or trade services, the city shall deduct five percent(5%) from the total bid of any city-based vendor or contractor, except that the amount of the local preference deduction shall not exceed five thousand dollars($5,000) for any single purchase order or contract. 4.1.3.2.3. Such local preference shall be utilized only when allowed by state and federal law, and the requirements of the underlying funding source. Such local preference is not required in the event of an emergency. 4.1.3.3. City agreement(with maximum term of five years) or PO is required, and must be signed both by the vendor and City Manager prior to issuance. If the vendor requires a vendor- provided agreement instead, it requires prior review and approval from the Law Department. Purchasing Procedures and Manual 12