(b) The provisions of §§ 9-105 and 9-106 of this article apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted under this section.

(c) The county commissioners shall:

(1) establish a competitive bidding process for awarding contracts for services or the purchase of supplies if the contract exceeds $15,000;

(2) require a bond in connection with a contract, regardless of the amount; and

(3) if no bids are submitted in response to a request for bids, obtain the services or supplies in a manner that the county commissioners consider appropriate.

(d) In Somerset County, subsection (c) of this section does not apply to a contract solely for design or consultation services.