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MS SB2806

Bill

Status

Passed

3/8/2022

Primary Sponsor

Josh Harkins

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the use of reverse auctions for public contracts involving the improvement, repair, or remodeling of any public facilities under Mississippi's public purchasing law

  • Expands the existing reverse auction prohibition, which already covered design and construction of public facilities (buildings, roads, bridges), to now include repairs, remodeling, and related purchases of materials, supplies, equipment, or goods

  • Reverse auctions remain the primary required method for other state purchasing bids over $50,000, with exceptions requiring Public Procurement Review Board approval

  • Amends Section 31-7-13 of the Mississippi Code of 1972

  • Effective date: July 1, 2022

Legislative Description

Public purchases; prohibit reverse auctions for repair and remodeling of public facilities.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/8/2022

Committee Referrals

Workforce Development2/11/2022
Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency1/17/2022

Full Bill Text

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