Bill
S 6677
Creates a formal method to identify the lowest responsible bidder in negotiated state contracts, standardizing criteria and procedures to save money and ensure accountability.
Purpose and scope
- S 6677 would establish a method for determining the lowest responsible bidder during the negotiation phase of state contracts. The bill focuses on how a state would identify the bidder that offers the lowest price while meeting the required standards of responsibility.
Key provisions (high-level)
- The bill proposes a formal method or framework to assess and determine the “lowest responsible bidder” in negotiated procurements with state agencies.
- Specific criteria, evaluation factors, procedures, and any required compliance standards would be defined within the bill’s text (not provided in the summary). The goal is to create a standardized approach for evaluating bids during negotiations to ensure fairness, accountability, and value for public funds.
- The measure addresses the procurement process at the state level and how negotiations with bidders should be conducted to identify the lowest acceptable bid.
Who is affected
- State agencies and departments responsible for procuring goods and services under state contracts.
- Bidders/contractors participating in state procurement processes.
- Procurement officials and staff responsible for evaluating bids and conducting negotiations.
Legislative status and timeline
- Introduced: March 19, 2025.
- Status: Referred to the Procurement and Contracts committee.
- Legislative actions note: On March 19, 2025, the bill was referred to Procurement and Contracts (listed twice in the record).
- Sponsor: Senator Peter Oberacker (primary).
Relationship to other measures
- Companion bill: A 995 in the Assembly, indicating parallel consideration in a complementary chamber.
Potential impact and considerations
- If enacted, the bill would provide a formal, standardized method for identifying the lowest responsible bidder in negotiated procurements, potentially affecting bid evaluation practices, negotiation strategies, and compliance oversight.
- Could influence how value and responsibility are weighed during procurement, with potential implications for cost savings, contractor accountability, and competition.
- The specifics—such as exact criteria for “responsibility,” permissible negotiation steps, timelines, and any transitional rules—would be defined in the full bill text and any accompanying regulations.
Notes for readers
- The summary above reflects the information available in the bill’s basic description. For detailed provisions, criteria, and operational rules, the full bill text and any committee amendments should be consulted.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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