OK
Oklahoma House Bill HB1980

Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB1980

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

Public building and public works; bid notices; providing exception for municipal governments; effective date.

Impact

The impact of HB1980 on state laws is significant, particularly for municipal governments. Under this bill, a provision is included that allows municipalities to be compliant with the publication notice requirements even if local newspapers fail to publish the notice without the fault of the municipality itself. This change aims to alleviate potential administrative burdens on local governments, ensuring that they are not penalized for third-party failures in communication while maintaining transparency and competition among contractors for public projects.

Summary

House Bill 1980 aims to amend existing regulations regarding bid notices for public construction contracts in Oklahoma. The amendment specifically addresses the publication requirements for public agencies, mandating that any proposals for awarding construction contracts must be made known to all prospective bidders and the public. To ensure widespread dissemination, the bill dictates that notice must be provided through electronic means as well as published in local newspapers circulating in the relevant counties, with specific timelines for publication prior to bid openings. Additionally, it establishes thresholds for when notices must also be disseminated to in-state trade publications.

Contention

There may be points of contention surrounding the bill's approach to bid notice requirements. Supporters of HB1980 may argue that it streamlines the bidding process, making it easier for municipal governments to manage public projects while ensuring compliance. However, opponents could voice concerns regarding the potential reduction of transparency in the bidding process. Critics might worry that the bill could lead to reduced competition or obscure bidding opportunities if not carefully monitored, particularly if municipalities are seen as having less accountability in ensuring that notices are published correctly.

Latest HB1980 Activity

Companion Bills

OK HB1980

Carry Over Public building and public works; bid notices; providing exception for municipal governments; and providing an effective date.

Previously Filed As

OK HB1980

Public building and public works; bid notices; providing exception for municipal governments; and providing an effective date.

OK SB508

Public buildings; providing exemption to competitive bidding; allowing monetary donation to municipality for a specific purpose. Effective date.

OK SB727

Public buildings and public works; raising purchasing limit for certain department under certain circumstances. Emergency

OK SB416

Public property; exempting higher education from procedures for disposal and lease of certain real property. Effective date.

OK HB2096

Public buildings and public works; creating the Safety Training for Employees Performing Construction Work with Governmental Entities; effective date.

OK HB2150

Public buildings and public works; Fair Pay for Construction Act; adding exemption; requiring return of retainage to contractor; effective date.

OK HB1619

Asset forfeiture proceedings; seizure of property; publication of notices on certain website; effective date.

OK HB1125

Public buildings and public works; Oklahoma Public Buildings and Public Works Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB1124

Public buildings and public works; Oklahoma Public Buildings and Public Works Reform Act of 2023; effective date.

OK HB1609

Public buildings and public works; creating the Public Buildings and Public Works Act of 2023; effective date.

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