Maryland HB74 modifies procurement contracts for construction and security services to include clauses for contract modification.

Maryland HB74 amends procurement laws to require contracts for construction to include clauses for contract modification if site conditions differ from specifications. It also mandates that procurement contracts for security services lasting years and valued over $2 million include clauses for contract modification to adjust for increased compensation and benefits due to statutory changes or collective bargaining. These modifications require approval by the Chief Procurement Officer. The changes take effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB74 modifies procurement contracts for construction and security services to include clauses for contract modification.

Maryland HB74 amends procurement laws to require contracts for construction to include clauses for contract modification if site conditions differ from specifications. It also mandates that procurement contracts for security services lasting years and valued over $2 million include clauses for contract modification to adjust for increased compensation and benefits due to statutory changes or collective bargaining. These modifications require approval by the Chief Procurement Officer. The changes take effect October 1, 2026.