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AB 948

School facilities: task-order procurement contracting.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Heath Flora

AB 948 allows California school districts to use task-order contracting for facilities work, reducing per-project bidding but potentially limiting competition and price transparency.

In committee: Set, second hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
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Bill Summary · AB 948

Legislative bill overview

AB 948 modifies California's school facilities procurement rules to allow task-order contracting for school construction and maintenance projects. This contracting method lets districts award a contract to a vendor and then issue individual task orders for work as needed, rather than bidding out each project separately.

Why is this important

Task-order contracting can streamline procurement timelines and reduce administrative overhead for school districts managing ongoing facility needs. However, it fundamentally changes how taxpayer money is allocated for school construction and repairs—potentially affecting competition, pricing, and oversight of public spending.

Potential points of contention

  • Competition concerns: Task-order contracts may reduce competitive bidding on individual projects, potentially allowing vendors to charge higher prices for subsequent work without re-competing
  • Transparency and accountability: Shifting from project-by-project bids to pre-established vendor relationships could make it harder for the public and auditors to evaluate whether districts are getting fair market value
  • Small contractor access: Smaller construction firms may face barriers entering the market, as winning an initial contract becomes a major hurdle determining future work opportunities

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

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