(a) No contract that requires competitive bidding pursuant to a City ordinance may be awarded to an individual or business that is in violation of City tax ordinances unless the violation is cured within ten (10) business days of notice.

(b) If an individual or business becomes delinquent on any City tax obligation during the term of a contract, the City may terminate the contract if not cured within ten (10) business days of notice, and the City may offset amounts owed by the City to the individual or business under a contract for the amount of outstanding tax obligations including applicable penalties and interest.

(c) Tax compliance verification is not required for purchases when the City conducts business with or through other Federal, State or local governmental agencies.