MD SB943

Establishes a standardized 100-point scoring system for evaluating state procurement bids and proposals, replacing the previous lowest-price or agency-discretion criteria

Allocates points across four categories: 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 bidders to submit a State and local economic impact statement detailing percentage of Maryland-based employees, anticipated in-state subcontractors, estimated state/local taxes generated, jobs created or retained, and contract performance locations

Awards economic impact points based on factors including principal place of business in Maryland, percentage of workforce employed in-state, use of Maryland-based subcontractors, expected tax revenue, and capital investment in the state

Takes effect October 1, 2026 and amends Sections 13-103 and 13-104 of the State Finance and Procurement Article