Different bid shopping rules exist, based on the type of project and the laws in the region where the project is planned. Some areas forbid bid shopping because it might encourage the use of inferior materials or poor workmanship to increase profits for the contractor.
Enterprise Zones (EZs) Enterprise zones (EZs) are geographic areas in which companies can qualify for a variety of subsidies. The original intent of most EZ programs was to encourage businesses to stay, locate, or expand in depressed areas and thereby help to revitalize them.
The Enterprise Zone area must meet at least three of five criteria: 1  Pervasive poverty established using the most current United States decennial census prepared by the U. S. Bureau of Census 2  . Unemployment Rate (average for preceding yr.) at least 10% higher than State or significant job dislocation.