Sec. 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.
(c)  The contract shall be fulfilled in accordance with the specifications and under the supervision of the board and district agents.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 920 (H.B. 3166), Sec. 1.02, eff. April 1, 2009.