The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes related to the competitive sealed bidding process managed by the Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA). Specifically, it would introduce a mandatory question and answer period for bidders and interested parties, allowing them to submit written questions that the director must respond to in writing. Additionally, the director would be required to provide all questions and answers, including those from site visits and pre-bid conferences, to all bidders and interested parties, thereby enhancing transparency in the procurement process.

The bill also includes some technical amendments to existing statutes, such as updating the confidentiality clause regarding information submitted by bidders and revising the subsections that govern the irrevocability of bids after they are opened. These changes aim to streamline the procurement process while ensuring that all participants have equal access to information, thereby fostering a more competitive bidding environment.

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