Bill > HB2566

This bill modifies existing laws governing how local governments, specifically counties, purchase goods and services, a process known as procurement. Key changes include increasing the dollar thresholds for when formal competitive bidding and public advertisements are required for purchases, from $20,000 to $100,000 for using a uniform process, and from $10,000 to $20,000 for dispensing with bidding entirely. It also clarifies that if no bids are received on the first attempt for a contract, the county can re-advertise, enter into a contract without further bidding, or perform the work themselves. Additionally, the bill exempts certain contracts related to public stadium authorities and team affiliates from these procurement rules and repeals an outdated section of law concerning competitive bidding for counties with less than 400,000 residents.

Government Affairs

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2566&Year=2025&Initiative=false