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HB 19

Reverse auction; revise method of receiving bids through for agencies and governing authorities.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dana McLean

HB 19 updates Mississippi's reverse auction procurement procedures for state agencies, potentially streamlining bid processes but facing committee opposition before dying in 2025.

Died In Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 19

Legislative bill overview

HB 19 modifies Mississippi's procurement procedures by revising how state agencies and governing authorities conduct reverse auctions—a bidding method where buyers request competitive offers from sellers. The bill updates the technical requirements and processes for receiving and evaluating these bids to modernize the state's purchasing system.

Why is this important

Government procurement accounts for billions in annual spending, and how bids are solicited affects competition, pricing, and transparency. Modernizing reverse auction procedures can potentially reduce costs for taxpayers, increase vendor participation, and improve efficiency in how public money is spent on goods and services.

Potential points of contention

  • Competitive impact concerns: Changes to bidding procedures could favor certain vendors or disadvantage smaller businesses if requirements become too technical or expensive to meet
  • Transparency questions: Modifications to bid evaluation methods may raise concerns about whether the process remains sufficiently open and auditable to the public
  • Implementation costs: Agencies may incur expenses updating systems and training staff to comply with new reverse auction procedures, potentially offsetting savings

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

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