Austen Construction, a general contractor, advertised for bids from subcontractors on the electrical work for the renovation of one of State Universitys parking structures. The advertisement announced that the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Bronte, a responsible electrical subcontractor, submitted the lowest bid to Austen for the electrical portion of the work. Austen informed Bronte that she should begin work immediately. Bronte then stated that she is withdrawing her bid from Austen. Which of the following statements is most accurate?

		Austen should not rely on Brontes offer to do the electrical work.
		Austen has accepted Brontes offer, thereby forming a contract.
		Austen is not bound by Brontes bid until he informs her of his intent to accept.
		Bronte has accepted Austens offer by submitting the lowest bid.