HI HB844

Requires past performance to be evaluated in all competitive sealed bids and proposals expected to meet or exceed the small purchase threshold.

Mandates past performance review for sole source contracts before award, with evaluations included in the contract file.

Requires procurement officers to consider past performance as a specific factor when determining offeror responsibility, alongside financial ability, resources, skills, and business integrity.

Appropriates funds from general revenues for fiscal year 2021-2022 to the state procurement office for implementation by executive branch departments and agencies.

Takes effect July 1, 2021.