Bill > H3374

This bill modifies procurement rules for governmental bodies under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30B, making several key changes. For procurements between $10,000 and $50,000 (or up to $100,000 for municipal and regional school districts), the bill requires procurement officers to seek written quotations from at least 3 potential suppliers and maintain detailed records of the procurement process, including names of contacted vendors, purchase description, quotation details, and amounts. The bill clarifies that for these procurements, the contract should typically be awarded to the responsible vendor offering the lowest quotation, unless the procurement is conducted under a more complex process outlined in section 6 of the law. Additionally, the bill updates provisions related to cooperative purchasing agreements, specifically allowing public procurement units to participate in, sponsor, or administer cooperative purchasing agreements for supplies and services, with the requirement that such procurements be conducted through a full and open competitive process. These changes aim to provide more flexibility and transparency in local government procurement processes while maintaining competitive bidding standards.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3374