56. The director of the Minister’s office is authorized to sign, for his or her office:(1) supply contracts resulting from delivery order contracts or concerning subscriptions, the purchase of books or acquisitions from government funds;
(2) supply contracts up to $10,000, other than contracts referred to in paragraph 1;
(3) contracts for services up to $25,000, except contracts pertaining to advertising and workforce development activities;
(4) leasing contracts for administrative purposes;
(5) applications for payment of discretionary subsidies granted by the Minister.