# KRS § 176.070: 176.070 Advertisement for bids

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## Section

- **Citation:** KRS § 176.070
- **Heading:** 176.070 Advertisement for bids
- **Jurisdiction:** Kentucky
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** KY Code / Title XV / Chapter 176 / Section 176.070

## Text

176.070 Advertisement for bids.

(1) After surveys, plans, specifications and estimates have been completed for any road

or section thereof, and the type and character of the road has been determined, and

the right-of-way obtained, the bureau shall advertise by publication pursuant to KRS

Chapter 424, for bids on the work, and may contract for the purchase of all

materials necessary for the construction and maintenance of roads.

(2) Before advertising for bids for the construction or reconstruction of any highway,

the department may determine the type of improvement desired, and may advertise

and receive bids for only the types determined. The advertisement shall make it

generally known that the work is to be done, and shall state the place where the

bidders may examine the plans and specifications.

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