California § 20486 - If the owners fail to elect to take the work and to enter into a written contract
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20486 — If the owners fail to elect to take the work and to enter into a written contract, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20486. If the owners fail to elect to take the work and to enter into a written contract
If the owners fail to elect to take the work and to enter into a written contract therefor within 10 days, or to commence the work within 15 days after the date of the written contract, and to prosecute the same with diligence to completion, a contract shall be entered into with the original bidder to whom the contract was awarded at the prices specified in his bid.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20486
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20486 cover?
Section 20486 ("If the owners fail to elect to take the work and to enter into a written contract") 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 § 20486?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 20486" (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?
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How does California § 20486 apply to my situation?
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