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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
02/21/2026
02/21/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A BILL to amend and reenact §5-22-1 and §5-22-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to government construction contracts; increasing maximum allowable amount for open-ended contracts; clarifying that lowest qualified responsible bidder shall certify that it meets experience requirements; granting public entity discretion to allow apparent lowest qualified responsible bidder five business days to cure minor irregularities in bid bond documentation; and requiring bids to remain valid for 60 calendar days.
AI Summary
This bill modifies West Virginia's laws regarding government construction contracts to enhance fairness and efficiency in the bidding process. Key changes include increasing the maximum allowable amount for open-ended repair and maintenance contracts from $500,000 to $1 million, ensuring that the lowest qualified responsible bidder, meaning the lowest bidder who meets all experience and legal requirements, must certify their relevant experience. Additionally, public entities are now granted discretion to allow the apparent lowest bidder up to five business days to correct minor errors in their bid bond documentation, and all bids will now remain valid for 60 calendar days instead of 90, providing a clearer timeframe for contract awards.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting (13:00:00 3/3/2026 Room 215-E) (on 03/03/2026)
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