Article Date: 11/30/2009

LEASE OF CUSTOM BUILDING WITH OPTION TO BUY WAS SUBJECT TO COMPETITIVE BIDDING LAW

Appeals Court of Massachusetts

Andrews v. City of Springfield

No. 08-P-895
November 3, 2009

Overview

A Massachusetts court has ruled that a municipality's lease of a building with an option to purchase was subject to the state's competitive bidding statute. This was not an ordinary commercial lease, but rather customized construction to the municipality's detailed specifications.

Background

The City of Springfield ... Log in to view the full text.

NOT YET A SUBSCRIBER?

Purchase a Subscription
with a money-back guarantee
and immediate access

Already a member?

Email: REQUIRED

Password: REQUIRED

Forgot your password? Click here to have your password emailed to you.