Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 39, § 1552. Purposes; rules of construction

(1) To simplify, clarify, and modernize the law governing procurement by this state.

(2) To permit the continued development of procurement policies and practices.

(3) To provide for increased public confidence in the procedures followed in public procurement.

(4) To ensure the fair and equitable treatment of all persons who deal with the procurement system of this state.

(5) To provide increased economy in state procurement activities by fostering effective competition.

(6) To provide safeguards for the maintenance of a procurement system of quality and integrity.