Louisiana § RS 34:3480 - System of administration
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 34:3480 — System of administration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 34:3480. System of administration
Each governmental entity shall adopt a system of administration which shall require approval of the office for any expenditures made out of state and local matching funds, and no governmental entity shall expend any funds on an approved project without the approval of the office. Each governmental entity shall adopt a system of administration which shall include the development of a capital improvement program on a selective basis, centralized purchasing of equipment and supplies, centralized accounting, and selective maintenance and construction based upon engineering plans and inspections. All contracts for materials, construction, or services shall be advertised and awarded to the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 38:2212.
Acts 2017, No. 382, §1, eff. July 1, 2017.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 34:3480
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 34:3480 cover?
Section RS 34:3480 ("System of administration") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. 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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