Michigan SB0915 requires electric and natural gas utilities to use competitive bidding for certain contracts.

Michigan SB0915 amends the Public Service Commission law to mandate that electric and natural gas utilities use a competitive procurement process for contracts involving construction, operations, maintenance, or capital improvement work. This process must align with federal standards for local governments. The bill also requires these utilities to make all bids and supporting documentation public records, accessible under the Freedom of Information Act. Bidders or ratepayers can seek legal action for non-compliance, with potential for damages and attorney fees.

Michigan SB0915 requires electric and natural gas utilities to use competitive bidding for certain contracts.

Michigan SB0915 amends the Public Service Commission law to mandate that electric and natural gas utilities use a competitive procurement process for contracts involving construction, operations, maintenance, or capital improvement work. This process must align with federal standards for local governments. The bill also requires these utilities to make all bids and supporting documentation public records, accessible under the Freedom of Information Act. Bidders or ratepayers can seek legal action for non-compliance, with potential for damages and attorney fees.