HB3417

Cities and towns; competitive bidding; council; Public Competitive Bidding Act; effective date.

Complete·5/4/26

Oklahoma HB3417 amends city manager's procurement rules, requiring council approval for purchases over a set amount and mandating competitive bidding.

Oklahoma HB3417 amends the city manager's procurement process, requiring city council approval for purchases exceeding a specified amount. It mandates competitive bidding for all contracts, purchases, and sales, ensuring transparency and fairness. The council retains the authority to transfer some or all procurement powers to a subordinate employee. The act also recodifies existing statutes and sets an effective date of November 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

42 Yea

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2 Nay

RR

4 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 7

2:00 PM

Senate Local and County Government Hearing

Mar 5

10:30 AM

House Government Oversight Hearing

History

May 4

House

Approved by Governor 05/01/2026

Apr 28

Senate

General Order, Considered

Apr 28

Senate

Measure passed: Ayes: 42 Nays: 2