MT HB113

Transfers responsibility for determining contractor residency from the Department of Labor and Industry to the Department of Administration for public contracts involving construction, repair, public works, and goods purchases

Allows contractors claiming resident preference to submit an affidavit or declaration to the Department of Administration instead of the public agency receiving the bid

Extends the maximum term for contracts, leases, and rental agreements for supplies and services from 7 years to 10 years, including any extensions or renewals

Removes the separate 10-year exception for information technology contracts since all supply and service contracts now qualify for the 10-year limit

Removes the separate exception for state employee group benefit plan contracts governed by specific term limits in existing statute