MD HB1235

Establishes a standardized 100-point evaluation system for all state procurement contracts, replacing the previous system where contracts could be awarded based on lowest bid price alone

Allocates evaluation points as follows: technical merit (maximum 40 points), state and local economic impact (maximum 30 points), total cost (maximum 20 points), and prior performance history (maximum 10 points)

Requires all bids and proposals to include a state and local economic impact statement detailing percentage of Maryland-based employees, anticipated in-state subcontractors, estimated state and local taxes generated, jobs created or retained, and contract performance locations

Economic impact scoring factors include whether the bidder's principal place of business is in Maryland, percentage of workforce employed in the state, use of state-based subcontractors, expected tax revenue, and capital investment in Maryland

Effective date: October 1, 2026