Alabama SB196 exempts playground equipment purchases by public K-12 schools from competitive bidding requirements.

Alabama SB196 amends the state's public works law to exempt the purchase and installation of playground equipment on public property from competitive bidding requirements. This bill allows public K-12 schools to procure playground equipment without the need for public advertisement or sealed bids. The exemption applies to playground equipment, defined as structures or apparatus intended for children's recreational use in public areas, including slides, swings, and splash pads. The bill maintains that other public works projects must still adhere to the competitive bidding law.

Alabama SB196 exempts playground equipment purchases by public K-12 schools from competitive bidding requirements.

Alabama SB196 amends the state's public works law to exempt the purchase and installation of playground equipment on public property from competitive bidding requirements. This bill allows public K-12 schools to procure playground equipment without the need for public advertisement or sealed bids. The exemption applies to playground equipment, defined as structures or apparatus intended for children's recreational use in public areas, including slides, swings, and splash pads. The bill maintains that other public works projects must still adhere to the competitive bidding law.