Bill > S02439

This bill amends New York state law to require state contracts to avoid unnecessary and unjustified bundling of contract requirements that would prevent minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) from participating as prime contractors. Specifically, the bill adds language to the executive law and state finance law defining "unnecessary and unjustified" as requirements that are not needed and have no legitimate reason. The bill also modifies an existing provision requiring contracting agencies to consult disparity studies and implement programs to evaluate appropriate participation goals for MWBEs. Additionally, it removes a previous requirement for agencies to consider the severability of construction projects and bundled contracts. The overall goal of the legislation is to create more opportunities for small and minority- or women-owned businesses to compete for state contracts by reducing overly complex or restrictive contract requirements that might inadvertently exclude these businesses from bidding. The changes aim to promote more equitable access to state procurement opportunities for MWBEs across various industries.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2439