Bid procurement requirement; allow public schools purchasing technology for distribution to be exempt from.

School districts are now exempt from competitive bidding requirements when purchasing electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, computer peripherals, and software as a service products.

Reverse auctions must now be the primary method for receiving bids on purchases over $75,000, with exceptions requiring Public Procurement Review Board approval for alternative methods.

Emergency purchase procedures were modified to include specific provisions for COVID-19 related technology needs for school districts.

New requirements mandate that agencies using federal funds must comply with specific federal procurement standards (2 CFR 200.317-200.327).

Construction projects over $75,000 now require bid opening dates to be at least 15 working days after the last notice, compared to the previous 7 working days.

New provisions require agencies to post contract award and execution notices on the Department of Finance and Administration's designated web page within one working day.

Specifications for bidding must now be written to not exclude comparable equipment of domestic manufacture, with exceptions for specific job requirements.

New exceptions were added for various purchase categories including prison industry products, used heavy machinery for soil conservation, and certain academic medical center purchases.

Minority business set-aside provisions were expanded with specific definitions for Asian, Black, Hispanic, and Native American business owners.

The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.