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MO HB2052
Bill
Status
2/27/2014
Primary Sponsor
Paul Curtman
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AI Summary
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Replaces "lowest and best" bidding standard with "best value" standard across 41 Missouri Revised Statutes sections related to state purchasing and contracting
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Defines "best value" to include seven evaluation criteria: price, bidder reputation and financial capacity, accelerated timelines, local citizen comments, public benefits, local contractor employment plans, and other appropriate criteria
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Applies to state agencies, universities, municipalities, counties, special districts, and other governmental units when awarding contracts for goods, services, and public works projects
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Maintains competitive bidding requirements but allows consideration of factors beyond lowest price to maximize overall value to the state and public
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Changes evaluation standards for energy cost savings contracts, contingency fee attorney services, lottery contracts, court automation purchases, and various local improvement projects
Legislative Description
Requires a state agency in the process of letting bids on a state contract to award the contract to the bidder with the best value rather than the bidder with the lowest and best proposal
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
3/27/2014