Subject to section 8 of this chapter, the commission may not enter into:

1. (1) a contract for the performance of work, other than a contract of employment with a professional person or a commission employee; or

2. (2) a contract for the purchase or sale of materials or supplies;

   without complying with IC 4-13-2 and the rules and procedures of the department.

   As added by Acts 1977, P.L.31, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.123-2002, SEC.3.