Gov. Code, § 4217.16 · Chapter 3.2. Energy Conservation Contracts
Gov. Code, § 4217.16
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
Prior to awarding or entering into an agreement or lease, the public agency may request proposals from qualified persons. After evaluating the proposals, the public agency may award the contract on the basis of the experience of the contractor, the type of technology employed by the contractor, the cost to the local agency, and any other relevant considerations. The public agency may utilize the pool of qualified energy service companies established pursuant to Section 388 of the Public Utilities Code and the procedures contained in that section in awarding the contract.
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History
Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 328, Sec. 9. Effective August 21, 1998.
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