Bill > H0051

This bill amends Idaho Code Section 67-2320 to raise the threshold for professional service contracts from $50,000 to $100,000, affecting how public agencies and political subdivisions select and contract with professional service providers like engineers, architects, land surveyors, and construction managers. The bill maintains the existing requirement for agencies to select service providers based on qualifications and demonstrated competence, but now applies these detailed selection guidelines only to contracts exceeding $100,000. Key changes include mandating a public notice process, establishing a systematic ranking and selection procedure that considers factors like firm experience and staff qualifications, and allowing agencies to negotiate contract terms with the highest-ranked firms. The bill also permits agencies to create and use a pre-approved list of qualified firms, which can remain valid for up to five years. For contracts under $100,000, agencies can either follow the detailed selection process or develop their own guidelines based on demonstrated competence. The bill includes an emergency clause and will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving public agencies time to adjust their procurement processes to the new threshold.

Business and Industry

Commerce and Human Resources Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0051/