Sec. 271.0275. SAFETY RECORD OF BIDDER CONSIDERED. In determining who is a responsible bidder, the governmental entity may take into account the safety record of the bidder, of the firm, corporation, partnership, or institution represented by the bidder, or of anyone acting for such a firm, corporation, partnership, or institution if:
(1) the governing body of the governmental entity has adopted a written definition and criteria for accurately determining the safety record of a bidder;
(2) the governing body has given notice to prospective bidders in the bid specifications that the safety record of a bidder may be considered in determining the responsibility of the bidder; and
(3) the determinations are not arbitrary and capricious.
Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 1, Sec. 58(d), eff. Aug. 28, 1989.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 8 - Acquisition, Sale, or Lease of Property
Subchapter B. Competitive Bidding on Certain Public Works Contracts
Section 271.022. Exempt Contract
Section 271.023. Conflict of Laws
Section 271.024. Competitive Procurement Procedure Applicable to Contract
Section 271.0245. Additional Competitive Procedures
Section 271.025. Advertisement for Bids
Section 271.026. Opening of Bids
Section 271.027. Award of Contract
Section 271.0275. Safety Record of Bidder Considered