Procurement Reform Amendment Act of 2026

This bill updates Washington, D.C.'s procurement laws to make the purchasing process more efficient while maintaining oversight and taxpayer protections. It directly affects government agencies, contracting officers, and local businesses by allowing faster contract approvals, including during Council recesses, and raising the spending threshold for non-competitive purchases to $25,000. Key changes include clarifying how contract options are approved, expanding authority for the Chief Procurement Officer to delegate tasks and use various selection methods, and strengthening safeguards for proprietary information submitted by vendors. The legislation also adjusts rules for construction contracts, business enterprise set-asides, and claim appeals, while repealing outdated retention requirements.