HB4276

Oklahoma HB4276 amends the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974 to require certification of funds before public entities can issue bids for public.

Oklahoma HB4276 amends the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974 to ensure that public entities cannot issue bids for public improvements or construction unless funds for the project have been formally approved, appropriated, and certified. The bill mandates that before any competitive bidding documents are issued, the public entity must obtain a written certification of funds from the responsible officer or authority.