AR HB1585

Amends Arkansas Code § 22-9-202 to clarify procedures for awing contracts on public property by taxing units.

Allows taxing units to perform work or improvements using their own employees without requiring competitive bids from contractors.

Permits taxing units to use their own employees as a right, with no requirement to solicit contractor bids as a prerequisite condition.

Increases the notice publication threshold from $10,000 to $20,000 for estimated project costs, clarifying that the statute does not amend laws requiring notice for projects under $20,000.

Establishes uniform contract procedures for taxing units when work is performed under formal contracts.