Virginia § 2.2-4315 - Use of brand names
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 2.2-4315 — Use of brand names, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.2-4315. Use of brand names
Unless otherwise provided in the Invitation to Bid, the name of a certain brand, make or manufacturer shall not restrict bidders to the specific brand, make or manufacturer named and shall be deemed to convey the general style, type, character, and quality of the article desired. Any article that the public body in its sole discretion determines to be the equal of that specified, considering quality, workmanship, economy of operation, and suitability for the purpose intended, shall be accepted.
1982, c. 647, § 11-49; 2001, c. 844.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 2.2-4315
What does Code of Virginia § 2.2-4315 cover?
Section 2.2-4315 ("Use of brand names") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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