Bill > SB01184

This bill proposes to modify Connecticut state law by increasing the threshold for sealed bidding on municipal contracts from twenty-five thousand dollars to thirty-five thousand dollars. Specifically, the legislation amends section 7-148v of the general statutes to allow municipalities to establish their own competitive bidding requirements, with the option to waive sealed bidding for contracts or property purchases valued at or below thirty-five thousand dollars (previously twenty-five thousand dollars). This change gives local municipalities more flexibility in managing their procurement processes, potentially reducing administrative burdens for smaller purchases while still maintaining competitive bidding requirements for larger contracts. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and does not limit municipalities' ability to enter into contracts through other existing statutory provisions. By raising the threshold, the bill aims to streamline municipal purchasing procedures and potentially reduce administrative costs associated with the bidding process for lower-value transactions.

Housing and Urban Affairs

Planning and Development Committee (J)

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