R. L. Dixon, Inc. v. Hendrick Constr. Co.

BY JUDGE E. BALLARD BAKER

Dixon, aware that Hendrick was bidding as general contractor on construction of East End Elementary School, quoted a bid to Hendrick and other contractors for the electrical work on the project.

On September 23, 1977, Dixon was told by Nelms, the estimator for Hendrick, that Dixon was the "low electrical," that Hendrick expected the contract from the County and was asked by Nelms to "go ahead with all you could do without a purchase order" and to prepare submittals. Dixon later talked further with Nelms and was told "As soon as I get a contract, I’ll get it to you."…