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SB 403

State Procurement - Construction and Services - Contract Modification

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cory McCray

Maryland bill modifies state procurement procedures for construction and services contracts, affecting how public construction projects and service contracts are awarded and modified.

Hearing 2/05 at 3:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · SB 403

Legislative bill overview

SB 403 modifies Maryland's state procurement procedures for construction and services contracts, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill went through initial readings in the Budget and Taxation Committee in January 2025, with a hearing scheduled for February 5th after an initial hearing was canceled.

Why is this important

State procurement rules directly affect how taxpayer money is spent on public construction projects and service contracts. Changes to these procedures can influence project costs, contract timelines, competitive bidding practices, and oversight mechanisms—potentially affecting both government efficiency and contractor fairness.

Potential points of contention

  • Competitive bidding standards - Modifications could either expand or restrict the number of qualified bidders allowed to compete for contracts
  • Change order authority - The bill likely addresses when and how contracts can be modified after award, which impacts cost control and project flexibility
  • Oversight and transparency - Amendments may alter reporting requirements, approval thresholds, or public disclosure obligations for contract modifications

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

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