California § 10318 - No state agency or employee thereof shall draft or cause to be drafted, any speci
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 10318 — No state agency or employee thereof shall draft or cause to be drafted, any speci, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10318. No state agency or employee thereof shall draft or cause to be drafted, any speci
No state agency or employee thereof shall draft or cause to be drafted, any specifications for bids, in connection with the acquisition or contemplated acquisition of any goods or textbooks for use in the day and evening elementary schools of the state, in such a manner as to limit the bidding directly or indirectly, to any one bidder. Bidders may be required to furnish a bond or other indemnification to the state against claims or liability for patent infringement.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 10318
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 10318 cover?
Section 10318 ("No state agency or employee thereof shall draft or cause to be drafted, any speci") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 10318?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 10318" (California). 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 California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 10318 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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