# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally

### Subtitle 3. Contracts and Competitive Bidding

#### Section 12-303

(a) This section applies only to commission counties.

(b) When awarding a contract for services, the county commissioners of a county shall:

  (1) enter into a written contract; and

  (2) require the contractor to provide a performance bond for security in accordance with the terms and specifications of the contract.

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