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Introduced
03/25/2025
03/25/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 3 of Chapter 5 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state purchasing, so as to provide for a small business set-aside program administered by the Department of Administrative Services under which state agencies would be required to make reasonable efforts to dedicate 20 percent of their annual procurement contracts to projects and contracts involving small businesses; to provide for certification of small businesses; to provide for a small business directory; to provide for an annual reporting requirement; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for definitions; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Georgia Small Business Set-Aside Program, which requires state agencies to dedicate at least 20 percent of their annual procurement contracts to small businesses. The bill defines key terms like "small business" as an independently owned and operated business that is not dominant in its field and meets specific departmental criteria. The Department of Administrative Services will be responsible for creating and managing the program, including establishing a certification process for small businesses, maintaining a directory of certified businesses, and publishing set-aside program opportunities online. Each state agency must submit an annual report detailing the total value of contracts awarded to small businesses, and agencies that fail to meet the 20 percent threshold will be required to submit a corrective action plan. The department is authorized to develop necessary rules and regulations, conduct training sessions, and provide resources to help small businesses navigate state procurement opportunities. The goal of the bill is to support and create more opportunities for small businesses in Georgia's state procurement process.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 03/28/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71665 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/237194 |
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