Arizona § 41-2617 - Contracts for procurement of construction; delay; recovery of damages by contractor
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-2617 — Contracts for procurement of construction; delay; recovery of damages by contractor, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41-2617. Contracts for procurement of construction; delay; recovery of damages by contractor
A contract for the procurement of construction shall include a provision which provides for negotiations between the state governmental unit and the contractor for the recovery of damages related to expenses incurred by the contractor for a delay for which the state governmental unit is responsible, which is unreasonable under the circumstances and which was not within the contemplation of the parties to the contract. This section shall not be construed to void any provision in the contract which requires notice of delays, provides for arbitration or other procedure for settlement or provides for liquidated damages.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 41-2617
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 41-2617 cover?
Section 41-2617 ("Contracts for procurement of construction; delay; recovery of damages by contractor") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 41-2617?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 41-2617 apply to my situation?
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