CA AB2684

Amends Government Code Section 5956.5 to modify how governmental agencies select private contractors for fee-producing infrastructure projects through competitive negotiation processes.

Requires demonstrated competence and qualifications of the private entity to perform required services, including prior experience with similar services, as a primary selection criterion rather than focusing on facility-specific operational qualifications.

Prohibits competitive bidding requirements and unlawful practices such as rebates and kickbacks in the contractor selection process.

Exempts governmental agencies from most Public Contract Code provisions and other statutory requirements related to public procurements when selecting infrastructure project contractors under this section.