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Government Code §2254.003
In force on Oct 21, 2025 · this text took effect Sep 01, 2007 · same as today's text
SELECTION OF PROVIDER; FEES
(a) A governmental entity may not select a provider of professional services or a group or association of providers or award a contract for the services on the basis of competitive bids submitted for the contract or for the services, but shall make the selection and award:
(1) on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and
(2) for a fair and reasonable price.
(b) The professional fees under the contract may not exceed any maximum provided by law.
History: Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 268, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1993. Amended by: Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1213 (H.B. 1886 ), Sec. 14, eff. September 1, 2007.
Source: the Legislature's file server, seen Dec 13, 2018 to Nov 08, 2026.
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- Effective Sep 01, 2007 · seen Dec 2018–Nov 2026
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