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SB 366

VA Public Procurement Act; additional public works contract requirements, delayed effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jennifer Carroll Foy

SB 366 adds requirements to Virginia public works contracts with delayed implementation, affecting contractor obligations and procurement processes statewide.

Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB324-McPike) (15-Y 0-N)
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Bill Summary · SB 366

Legislative bill overview

SB 366 amends Virginia's Public Procurement Act to impose additional requirements on public works contracts, likely including provisions related to contractor qualifications, labor standards, or project oversight. The bill includes a delayed effective date, meaning its requirements would not take effect immediately upon passage, allowing time for implementation preparation.

Why is this important

Public works contracts represent significant public expenditures that directly affect infrastructure quality, worker protections, and project costs. Changes to procurement requirements can influence contractor participation, labor practices, project timelines, and ultimately the price taxpayers pay for infrastructure improvements. The delayed effective date suggests the bill makes substantive changes requiring organizational adjustment.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Additional contract requirements may increase administrative burden and costs for public entities and contractors, potentially raising project expenses
  • Contractor participation: New qualification or compliance standards could reduce the pool of eligible bidders, particularly affecting small or minority-owned businesses depending on requirements
  • Labor standards vs. competitive bidding: If the bill includes prevailing wage or labor protections, it may conflict with goals to minimize costs while supporters argue it protects worker standards and quality outcomes

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

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