Maryland § 21-211
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 21-211, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-211.
(a) The district council shall publish notice once each week for 2 successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation in the county or in technical press for bids for the construction of a project.
(b) (1) The district council shall award the contract for a project to the lowest responsible bidder.
(2) The district council may:
(i) reject any and all bids for a contract for a project; and
(ii) readvertise for bids, in accordance with and subject to this subtitle.
(c) (1) Before awarding a contract for a project, the district council shall require from the successful bidder a bond in a form and amount approved by the district council.
(2) The bond shall be conditioned on:
(i) completing the project in accordance with the plans, specifications, and time limitations specified in the contract; and
(ii) paying for all supplies and labor provided to the contractor in the construction of the project.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 21-211
What does Maryland Code § 21-211 cover?
Section 21-211 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 21-211?
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