California § 20281 - The purchase of all supplies, equipment and materials, when the expenditure requi
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20281 — The purchase of all supplies, equipment and materials, when the expenditure requi, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20281. The purchase of all supplies, equipment and materials, when the expenditure requi
The purchase of all supplies, equipment and materials, when the expenditure required exceeds twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000), and the construction of facilities and works, when the expenditure exceeds three thousand dollars ($3,000), shall be by contract let to the lowest responsible bidder. Notice requesting bids shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation, which publication shall be made at least 10 days before bids are received. The board may reject any and all bids and readvertise in its discretion.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20281
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20281 cover?
Section 20281 ("The purchase of all supplies, equipment and materials, when the expenditure requi") 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 § 20281?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 20281 apply to my situation?
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