The proposed bill would amend existing statutes related to procurement in Arizona by introducing a new requirement for the director to facilitate a question and answer period for bidders and interested parties. This process would allow participants to submit questions in writing, with the director obligated to provide written responses. Additionally, all questions and answers, including those from site visits and pre-bid conferences, must be documented and shared with all bidders and interested parties.

Furthermore, the bill updates the confidentiality provisions by changing the designation of subsection D to E, and it modifies the irrevocability of bids by changing the reference from subsection F to G. These changes aim to enhance transparency in the procurement process while maintaining the confidentiality of submitted information and clarifying the conditions under which bids may be withdrawn without penalty.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-2533, 41-2535, 41-2573, 41-2532, 41-2513, 41-2578, 41-2579, 41-2581, 41-2534