Section 5017 Of Article 5. Powers From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 5. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 5.

. If the successful bidder fails, neglects, or refuses for twenty days after written notice of the award has been mailed him to enter into the contract to perform the work, the check accompanying his bid, and the amount therein named, shall be declared forfeited to the district, and shall be collected by it and paid into its general fund.