Bill > A08826

This bill amends the Public Authorities Law to increase the small purchase threshold for the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA). Currently, the SCA is required to use a competitive bidding process for purchase contracts of supplies, materials, or equipment that exceed $10,000. The bill raises this threshold to $100,000, meaning the SCA can now make purchases under $100,000 without going through a formal sealed bid process. This change will likely streamline purchasing procedures and potentially reduce administrative costs for the SCA by allowing more flexibility in purchasing lower-cost items. The bill applies specifically to purchase contracts for supplies, materials, and equipment, and does not affect contracts for public work (which remain at a $50,000 threshold) or contracts for personal, engineering, architectural, or professional services. The amendment takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8826