The bonds may be issued and sold as the legislative body determines, but for not less than par. Before selling the bonds, or any part thereof, the legislative body shall give notice inviting sealed bids in such manner as the legislative body may prescribe. If satisfactory bids are received, the bonds offered for sale shall be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. If no bids are received, or if the legislative body determines that the bids received are not satisfactory as to price or responsibility of the bidders, the legislative body may reject all bids received, if any, and either readvertise or sell the bonds at private sale.