Bill > HB4913

This bill modifies procurement rules for certain municipal housing authorities by changing when competitive bidding procedures are required. Specifically, the bill stipulates that these housing authorities must only follow competitive procurement procedures when making purchases that exceed the "simplified acquisition threshold" as defined by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (currently found in 48 C.F.R. Section 2.101). This means that for smaller, lower-cost purchases, the housing authorities will have more flexibility in their purchasing process and won't need to go through a complex competitive bidding process. The changes will apply only to purchases made on or after the bill's effective date (September 1, 2025), ensuring that existing purchases are not retroactively impacted. The bill appears designed to streamline procurement processes for municipal housing authorities, potentially reducing administrative burden and allowing for more efficient purchasing of goods and services below a certain dollar amount.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB4913