California § 20894 - If the contractor abandons the work, or fails to proceed with it as rapidly as re
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§ 20894. If the contractor abandons the work, or fails to proceed with it as rapidly as re
If the contractor abandons the work, or fails to proceed with it as rapidly as required by the contract, the city forester may relet the work in the same manner as in the first letting, or complete or cause it to be completed in any other manner he or she deems advisable. The city forester may retain the amount of any expense incidental to the reletting, out of any funds due or to become due to the contractor, and may also hold the contractor and the sureties upon the contractorâs bond responsible for any additional expenses and for any damages resulting from the abandonment or failure to complete the contract.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20894
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20894 cover?
Section 20894 ("If the contractor abandons the work, or fails to proceed with it as rapidly as re") 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 § 20894?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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