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MS HB402
Bill
Status
Failed
2/3/2026
Primary Sponsor
Randal Rushing
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AI Summary
- Raises the threshold for public purchases without competitive bidding from $5,000 to $15,000, exclusive of freight or shipping charges
- Increases the threshold for purchases requiring only two competitive written bids (rather than formal advertising) from $5,000-$75,000 to $15,000-$75,000
- Requires construction bid items exceeding $15,000 (previously $5,000) to include detailed component breakdowns with descriptions and pricing
- Amends contractor bidding requirements under Section 31-5-37 for certain public works projects, raising the threshold from $5,000 to $15,000
- Applies to all Mississippi state agencies and governing authorities making public purchases of commodities, printing, and various contracted services
Legislative Description
Public purchasing; increase threshold for purchases without competitive bidding.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency1/12/2026
Full Bill Text
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