Legal Question in Consumer Law in Michigan

Bid Activity vs Contracted Activity

I engaged an Architectural firm to evaluate the feasibility of an addtion to my home. I gave them $1000 earnest money to determine if they could provide an interesting design concept that could be built within my budget. No written contract was presented or signed. After several exchanges of information, the concept presented had several basic design flaws and cost estimates exceeded my budget. At the end of two months of no activity they contacted me and wanted to proceed. I informed them I did not want to enter a contract with them and would seek someone else to do the job. The firm has sent me a bill for over $10,000 for time they have spent, telling me we have an implied contract. Do I have any obligation to pay them when no contract existed?


Asked on 10/30/02, 8:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregory J. Roth Gregory J. Roth, PLLC

Re: Bid Activity vs Contracted Activity

A contract may be implied by law where the conduct of the parties establishes the essential elements of an express contract. It is difficult to analyze your situation without further information. Please contact me if you require assistance. I handle collection defense and contract matters. www.lawgreg.com

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Answered on 11/08/02, 12:47 pm


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