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HB 2420

Increasing small works roster contract limits.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Nance and 5 co-sponsors

HB 2420 raises dollar thresholds for Washington's small works roster contracts, allowing public agencies to bypass competitive bidding for higher-value construction and service projects.

Effective date 6/11/2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 2420

Legislative bill overview

HB 2420 increases the dollar limits for small works roster contracts in Washington state, allowing public entities to use streamlined procurement procedures for higher-value projects without full competitive bidding. The bill adjusts thresholds that determine which construction and service projects qualify for expedited small works contracting procedures.

Why is this important

Small works roster contracts reduce administrative burden and costs for public agencies on routine projects by bypassing lengthy formal bidding processes. However, raising the dollar thresholds means fewer competitive bids on increasingly expensive projects, which can affect pricing, contractor selection diversity, and public spending accountability.

Potential points of contention

  • Reduced competition: Higher limits mean fewer projects go through full competitive bidding, potentially leading to less price competition and higher costs to taxpayers
  • Small business access: Streamlined procedures may disadvantage smaller contractors who rely on formal bid opportunities to compete with established firms
  • Transparency concerns: Exempting more contracts from competitive bidding reduces public visibility into how government spending decisions are made and awarded

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

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