California § 22150 - If fitness and quality are equal, each local public entity shall purchase recycle
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 22150 — If fitness and quality are equal, each local public entity shall purchase recycle, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22150. If fitness and quality are equal, each local public entity shall purchase recycle
(a) If fitness and quality are equal, each local public entity shall purchase recycled products, as defined in Section 12200, instead of nonrecycled products whenever recycled products are available at the same or a lesser total cost than nonrecycled items. (b) A local public entity may give preference to suppliers of recycled products. (c) A local public entity may define the amount of this preference.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 22150
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 22150 cover?
Section 22150 ("If fitness and quality are equal, each local public entity shall purchase recycle") 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 § 22150?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 22150 apply to my situation?
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