Bill > SB2300

This bill amends the Illinois Procurement Code to expand exemptions for public higher education institutions from standard procurement requirements. Specifically, the bill creates four new procurement exemptions: (1) non-construction procurements under $250,000 are now excluded from the procurement code requirements, (2) construction procurements under $500,000 are also exempt, (3) procurements and purchases made through the Illinois Public Higher Education Cooperative are no longer subject to the standard procurement rules, and (4) all post-award procurement activities and documentation are now exempt. These changes will provide public colleges and universities with more flexibility in their purchasing processes for smaller and cooperative procurement efforts, potentially reducing administrative burdens and allowing institutions to more quickly and efficiently acquire goods and services. The bill maintains existing reporting requirements, meaning institutions must still provide monthly reports to the Chief Procurement Officer about these exempt procurements, including details like contractor name, service description, contract amount, and the specific exemption used.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2300&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104