California § 20415 - The legislative body may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20415 — The legislative body may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20415. The legislative body may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this
The legislative body may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this for the public good, and also the bid of any party who has been delinquent or unfaithful in any former contract with the city, and shall reject all proposals or bids other than the lowest regular proposal or bid of any responsible bidder, and may award the contract for said work or improvement to the lowest responsible bidder at the prices named in his bid. If the bids are rejected the legislative body shall thereupon return to each bidder the check or bond which accompanied his bid.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20415
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20415 cover?
Section 20415 ("The legislative body may reject any and all proposals or bids should it deem this") 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 § 20415?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 20415" (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 § 20415 apply to my situation?
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