Contract Authority Flashcards

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1
Q

A contract beyond the scope of a locality’s power is called ______________ and is ______________.

A
  • “ultra vires” (beyond the allowed powers)

- unenforceable

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Arrangements that are within the locality’s powers are unenforceable if they have not been ______________ by vote of its governing body.

A
  • properly approved
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Is the “apparent authority” of a mayor or CEO of a locality enough to create a binding contract?

A

NO

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T/F: Where a manner of making or awarding the contract is prescribed (by state law or local ordinance) that procedure must be followed or the contract will be held void.

A

True, unless the court finds that it was merely a suggested procedure and was not mandatory.

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