Question: Does Gov. Code 53060 include architects as it relates to bidding exemptions? That is, can a school district employ an architect under this section?

Response: According to the FCMAT legal resource:

A 1955 court case, Cobb v. Pasadena City Board of Education 134 Cal App.2d 93, 285 P.2d 41, makes it clear that architects come within the scope of Government Code Section 53080. However, the hiring of an architect is subject to Government Code Section 4525 et seq., which do not require competitive bidding but do establish some other requirements.

Please review the code sections and contact your district legal counsel prior to hiring an architect.