CT SB00489

Amends the definition of "large state contract" in section 4-250 to clarify formatting without changing the substantive $500,000 threshold for contracts between state/quasi-public agencies and private entities

Clarifies that "large state contract" excludes contracts between state agencies or quasi-public agencies and political subdivisions of the state

Updates section 4b-24b regarding designated total cost basis projects, maintaining the requirement that public building contracts over $500,000 must be awarded only to prequalified contractors under section 4a-100

Both sections take effect October 1, 2026