Definitions for City Contracting Rules

For the purposes of this article, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. City Officer in Charge. The city executive officer having the final authority to enter into or renew a contract with an employer. Employee. An individual employed by an employer. Employer. A sole proprietorship, partnership, profit or nonprofit corporation, or any other private person employing at least one individual. Individual Engaged in Business with an Employer. An individual who: (1) Is performing services as an independent contractor with an employer; (2) Is seeking an independent contract with an employer; (3) Is seeking to sell or has sold products or services to an employer; (4) Is engaged or seeking to engage in a business activity jointly with an employer; (5) Is a customer or seeking to become a customer of an employer; or (6) Is a client or seeking to become a client of an employer. Individual under Consideration for Employment with an Employer. An individual who has applied for and is being considered for employment with an employer. Officer. An individual serving as a director, officer, partner, or proprietor of an employer.