48-2985. Plans and specifications for
construction; advertisement for bids


A. When plans and specifications for any construction, repair, alteration,
extension, improvement or other district purpose, have been adopted by the board of
directors as provided by this chapter, the board of directors shall give notice of the
proposed work by publication of an advertisement for bids for at least two weeks in a
weekly or daily newspaper published in each county in which portions of the district are
located, and in such additional newspapers as the board deems advisable.


B. The advertisement for bids shall set forth:


1. A general description of the proposed work.


2. That the plans and specifications may be seen at the office of the district.


3. The date and hour up to which the board will receive sealed bids.


4. That the contract may be let to the lowest responsible bidder.


5. That the right will be reserved to reject any and all bids.


6. The time and place for opening bids.


7. That each bid shall be accompanied by a deposit or certified check equal to ten
per cent of the total bid.


8. That the bids will be opened in public.


9. That as soon as convenient thereafter the board may let the contract for the
work either in part or as a whole to the lowest responsible bidder.