California § 78610 - The department may adopt guidelines or regulations as necessary and consistent wi

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 78610 — The department may adopt guidelines or regulations as necessary and consistent wi, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 78610. The department may adopt guidelines or regulations as necessary and consistent wi

The department may adopt guidelines or regulations as necessary and consistent with this article, to define the manner of advertising, generic project categories, type, quantity and cost of services, qualification standards and evaluation criteria, content and submittal requirements for statements of qualification, procedures for ranking of firms and administration of the prequalified list, the scope of matters addressed by participation on a prequalified list, manner of notification of, negotiation with, and awarding of contracts to, prequalified firms, and procedures for protesting the award of contracts under this article, or any other matter that is appropriate for implementation of this article.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 78610

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 78610 cover?

Section 78610 ("The department may adopt guidelines or regulations as necessary and consistent wi") 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 § 78610?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 78610" (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 § 78610 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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