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B 146-38

AN ACT TO ADD A NEW § 5117.3 TO CHAPTER 5, TITLE 5, GUAM CODE ANNOTATED RELATIVE TO GRANTING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE MAYORS COUNCIL OF GUAM PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY FOR PROCUREMENT GOODS AND SERVICES THAT DO NOT EXCEED A VALUE OF FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000).

38th Guam Legislature

Authorizes the Executive Director of the Mayors Council of Guam Procurement Authority to procure goods and services up to $500,000, speeding routine purchases under the cap.

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Bill Summary · B 146-38

Summary of Bill B 146-38

Overview

Bill B 146-38 would add a new section, § 5117.3, to Chapter 5, Title 5 of the Guam Code Annotated. The bill purpose is to grant the Executive Director of the Mayors Council of Guam Procurement Authority authority to procure goods and services that do not exceed $500,000.

  • Bill number: B 146-38
  • Title: AN ACT TO ADD A NEW § 5117.3 TO CHAPTER 5, TITLE 5, GUAM CODE ANNOTATED RELATIVE TO GRANTING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE MAYORS COUNCIL OF GUAM PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY FOR PROCUREMENT GOODS AND SERVICES THAT DO NOT EXCEED A VALUE OF FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($500,000).
  • Introduced: November 27, 2025

Key Provisions

  • Establishment of § 5117.3: The bill creates a new statutory authority within the Guam procurement framework.
  • Procurement threshold: The Executive Director of the Mayors Council of Guam Procurement Authority would have authority to procure goods and services with a value up to $500,000.
  • Scope of authority: Limited to procurements that fall within the defined threshold; specific procedural details (e.g., bid requirements, sourcing methods, reporting) would be defined in the text of § 5117.3 and related statutes.

Note: The exact procedural mechanics (bidding processes, competition requirements, reporting, audit obligations, and any conditions or limitations) are not provided in the summary and would be described in the full text of the new § 5117.3.

Affected Parties

  • Executive Director, Mayors Council of Guam Procurement Authority: Granted procurement authority up to $500,000.
  • Mayors Council of Guam Procurement Authority: Newly empowered with this procurement delegation for eligible procurements.
  • Guam government agencies and departments that rely on procurement for goods and services within the threshold.
  • Vendors and suppliers: Potential bidders for procurements within the $500,000 cap.

Potential Impacts

  • Process Efficiency: Likely aim to streamline and expedite routine procurements under $500,000 by delegating authority to the Executive Director.
  • Oversight and Accountability: The new authority may introduce or reaffirm reporting, compliance, and auditing requirements as part of § 5117.3 and related procurement laws.
  • Fiscal Implications: Could affect budgeting and purchasing practices for municipal and related government activities by enabling faster acquisitions within the threshold.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Not stated in the provided information.
  • Next steps in general legislative terms: committee review, potential amendments, floor readings, and votes; eventual enactment or rejection.
  • Effective date: Not specified; would typically be defined in the enacted text or transitional provisions.

Important Notes

  • For a complete understanding of how § 5117.3 would operate, including detailed procurement procedures, reporting requirements, and any conditions or limitations, the full bill text should be consulted once available.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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