Washington HB1966 modifies public works contracting rules for cities and towns, including changes to bidding processes and public employee work.

Washington HB1966 revises public works contracting rules for cities and towns. It allows cities and towns to address urgent public works needs using in-house personnel for projects up to $300,000, provided the total public works performed by employees does not exceed 10% of the budget. It mandates competitive bidding for purchases over $40,000 and materials, supplies, or equipment over $50,000. The bill also allows for unit priced contracts for recurring public works needs, with contracts not exceeding three years.

Washington HB1966 modifies public works contracting rules for cities and towns, including changes to bidding processes and public employee work.

Washington HB1966 revises public works contracting rules for cities and towns. It allows cities and towns to address urgent public works needs using in-house personnel for projects up to $300,000, provided the total public works performed by employees does not exceed 10% of the budget. It mandates competitive bidding for purchases over $40,000 and materials, supplies, or equipment over $50,000. The bill also allows for unit priced contracts for recurring public works needs, with contracts not exceeding three years.