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LC 4368

Interim study on procurement, no-bid contracts, and transparency on no-bid purchases

2025 Regular Session

Montana legislative study examines government no-bid contracting practices and transparency to evaluate potential procurement reform needs.

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Bill Summary · LC 4368

Legislative bill overview

LC 4368 is an interim study resolution that directs Montana lawmakers to investigate procurement practices, specifically examining no-bid contracts and the transparency mechanisms surrounding them. Rather than establishing law, this bill creates a framework for legislative study and fact-finding during the interim period between regular legislative sessions.

Why is this important

No-bid contracts—where government purchases goods or services without competitive bidding—can represent significant public expenditures with limited competitive oversight. Transparency concerns around these contracts affect public accountability and taxpayer confidence in how government spending decisions are made. This study could inform future legislative action on procurement reform.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope: Disagreement may arise over which types of no-bid contracts warrant scrutiny (emergency purchases, sole-source vendors, specific dollar thresholds)
  • Compliance burden vs. efficiency: Balancing the government's need for rapid procurement in emergencies against transparency requirements that could slow purchasing
  • Existing authority: Questions about whether current state law already provides sufficient oversight, or whether new legislative authority is genuinely needed

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

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