Lanham Defends Texas Highway Bid Policy in Moody Row
Lanham replies to Attorney General Moody disputing the view that the state must accept the lowest bid. He argues the highway commission acts within discretion, citing budget context and efficiency in contracting versus a pure bid in dollars and cents. The exchange questions the role of bonds and the decision to favor lowest cost vs best value.
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Austin
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State highway bids questioned in Texas contracts dispute
A Texas commission argues bid totals exceed what low bids could have been and defends contract awards as fair and prudent. The letter contends differences in five counties reflect contractor capabilities and warns against centralizing statewide work to a single low bidder.
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Highway Commission
Ehlinger
State Highway Commission
Twe
Attorney General
State of Texas
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Martin's Out Paint across Hen Houses Promoted by Schiller Insects
A spray on bug tested hen houses claims to kill and deter pests. The promotion targets poultry facilities with Martin's Out Paint, advertised by Schiller Insects for guaranteed protection against insects.
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