# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 10. Express Powers Act

### Subtitle 3. Express Powers of Charter Counties and Code Counties

#### Section 10-310

(a) For any county work, a county may provide for competitive bidding and the making and awarding of contracts and may require bonds.

(b) A county may provide for the purchase of materials, supplies, and equipment through the Department of General Services.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)