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This bill makes several changes to Arkansas procurement laws to simplify state contracting processes. First, it changes the deadline for cooperative purchasing reports from July 1 to October 1, requiring agencies to submit detailed information about contracts, including contractor names, contact information, total contract costs, and service descriptions. Second, the bill introduces a new provision allowing contractors to provide a single, comprehensive written certification that covers multiple legal compliance requirements, such as prohibitions on employing illegal immigrants, avoiding contingent fee arrangements, and not engaging in boycotts. This combined certification would replace multiple individual certifications previously required under different state laws. Third, the bill modifies the contingent fee representation requirement, stipulating that such notices are only required in solicitations for commodities or services with an expected payment of at least $75,000. These changes aim to streamline procurement processes, reduce administrative burden, and provide a more efficient approach to state contracting compliance.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=sb565&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R