Louisiana § RS 39:2181 - Applicability; definitions
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:2181 — Applicability; definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 39:2181. Applicability; definitions
A. This Chapter shall apply to any contract or cooperative endeavor agreement that results from any bid or other award governed under Chapter 17 of this Title. However, provided that other applicable provisions of the Procurement Code are followed, this Chapter shall not apply to any purchase by a state agency directly from a vessel manufacturer or an outboard motor manufacturer.
B. For the purpose of this Chapter, "public entity" shall mean any agency, board, commission, department, or public corporation of the state, created by the constitution or statute or pursuant thereto, or any political subdivision of the state, including but not limited to any political subdivision as defined by Article VI, Section 44 of the Constitution of Louisiana, and any public housing authority, public school board, or any public officer whether or not an officer of a public corporation or political subdivision.
Acts 2010, No. 376, §2; Acts 2012, No. 752, §2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 39:2181
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 39:2181 cover?
Section RS 39:2181 ("Applicability; definitions") 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.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 39:2181?
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