Arkansas § 14-22-109 - Descriptions and specifications.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-22-109 — Descriptions and specifications., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-22-109. Descriptions and specifications.
Descriptions and specifications shall be sufficiently restricted or specific so as to exclude cheap or inferior commodities which are not suitable or practicable for the purpose for which they are to be used, but at no time shall they be so specific in detail as to restrict or eliminate competitive bidding of any items of comparable quality and coming within a reasonably close price range. Brand names may be used to simplify or indicate the general description of the commodities required, but at no time, except for repair parts or items for use with existing equipment and machines or other health aids requested by a professional employee, shall such names be used to indicate any preference or to prevent bidding on commodities of like quality and coming within reasonably close price range.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 14-22-109
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-22-109 cover?
Section 14-22-109 ("Descriptions and specifications.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. 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 Arkansas § 14-22-109?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-22-109" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 14-22-109 apply to my situation?
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