Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "award" means the acceptance by an entity of a bid and authorization by an entity to enter into a contract with the bidder. As added by P.L.85-1991, SEC.3.
"Award" defined
Ind. Code § 36-1-9.5-5, under Qualifications of Bidders for Certain Contracts.
Ind. Code § 36-1-9.5-5