Indiana § 5-2-2-8 - Competitive bids
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 5-2-2-8 — Competitive bids, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-2-2-8. Competitive bids
Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this chapter, effective 7-1-2027.
Sec. 8. Upon completion by the architect, or architects, and the approval by the commission of these plans and specifications, the commission shall at one time or from time to time advertise for and receive competitive bids for the construction and equipment of the building or buildings. Upon receipt of such bids, the commission shall then proceed to award a contract, or contracts, to the lowest and best bidder, or bidders. The procedure for advertising, receiving bids, and awarding contracts shall conform to all state laws applicable thereto.
Formerly: Acts 1971, P.L.43, SEC.1.
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Section 5-2-2-8 ("Competitive bids") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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