The property was not found through a formal bidding process. Can the owner refuse to pay the property fee?

According to Article 56 of the Property Management Regulations:

If, in violation of the provisions of this Ordinance, a residential property construction unit fails to select a property service enterprise through bidding or selects a property service enterprise through agreement without approval, the real estate administrative department of the local people's government at or above the county level shall order it to make corrections within a time limit, give it a warning and may impose a fine of more than 6,543,800 yuan.

It is suggested to report to the local housing authority or construction bureau and make a decision after the government disposes of it.