Texas Special District Local Laws Code 1047.106 – Construction Contracts
(a) A contract for making and constructing improvements authorized by this chapter and any necessary related work for which the cost exceeds $10,000 shall be awarded:
(1) to the lowest responsible bidder who furnishes satisfactory evidence that the bidder possesses the equipment and facilities essential to properly perform the contract; and
(2) after giving notice by:
(A) advertising once a week for four weeks in one or more newspapers of general circulation in this state; and
(B) posting a notice for at least 10 days at the courthouse door.
(b) The contract must be in writing and be signed by the contractors and the directors. A copy of the signed contract shall be filed with the depository and is subject to inspection by all interested parties.
Terms Used In Texas Special District Local Laws Code 1047.106
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
- Signed: includes any symbol executed or adopted by a person with present intention to authenticate a writing. See Texas Government Code 311.005
- Week: means seven consecutive days. See Texas Government Code 311.005
(c) The contract shall be fulfilled in accordance with the specifications and under the supervision of the board and district agents.