Iowa § 26.5 - 26.5 Prohibited contracts.
Full text of Iowa Iowa Code § 26.5 — 26.5 Prohibited contracts., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26.5. 26.5 Prohibited contracts.
If the estimated total cost of a public improvement exceeds the competitive bid threshold of one hundred thousand dollars, or as established in section 314.1B, a governmental entity shall not divide the public improvement project into separate parts, regardless of intent, if a resulting part of the public improvement project is not let in accordance with section 26.3. 2006 Acts, ch 1017, §5, 42, 43 Referred to in §26.3, 314.1 Wed Dec 10 22:14:27 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 26.5 (17, 0)
Frequently Asked Questions About Iowa § 26.5
What does Iowa Code § 26.5 cover?
Section 26.5 ("26.5 Prohibited contracts.") is part of the Iowa Code, the codified statutory law of Iowa. 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 Iowa § 26.5?
A common citation format is "Iowa Code § 26.5" (Iowa). 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 Iowa law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Iowa official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Iowa attorney.
How does Iowa § 26.5 apply to my situation?
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