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HB 2833

PROCUREMENT-SMALL BUSINESS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Charlie Meier

Illinois HB 2833 increases small business participation in state procurement by modifying bidding procedures and contract thresholds to favor qualified small business vendors.

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2833

Legislative bill overview

HB 2833 modifies Illinois procurement procedures to increase opportunities for small businesses in state contracting. The bill includes provisions related to bidding requirements, contract thresholds, or preference mechanisms for small business participation, though specific details require review of the bill text and Floor Amendment No. 1.

Why is this important

Small business procurement policies directly affect economic opportunity, job creation in local communities, and competition in the state contracting marketplace. These rules determine whether small enterprises can realistically compete for government contracts against larger competitors, impacting overall market diversity and economic distribution across Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and verification challenges: Determining what qualifies as a "small business" and preventing misclassification or fraud requires administrative overhead and clear, enforceable standards
  • Cost implications for state: Prioritizing small business bidders may increase procurement costs if their bids are higher than large competitors, affecting state budgets and taxpayer value
  • Implementation complexity: Agencies must develop new procurement processes, training, and monitoring systems to comply with changed requirements, creating administrative burden

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

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