An Act relative to the Affordable Homes Act

HD 2873 requires Massachusetts housing authorities using funds from chapter 150 of the 2024 acts to follow specific procurement rules when renovating or repairing public housing properties. For contracts under $10,000, authorities must use "sound business practices" and document vendor details; for larger contracts, they must use competitive bidding or request for proposals with public notice. The bill mandates including prevailing wage requirements, requiring bidders to submit eligibility certificates, and specifying evaluation criteria in writing. These rules apply directly to housing authorities managing properties funded by the designated capital allocation.