This bill proposes to amend existing statutes by requiring state governmental units, school districts, and local governments (cities and counties) to conspicuously post task order contracts on their respective websites. The bill introduces new sections to various titles of the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically addressing the posting requirements for these contracts and defining what constitutes a "task order contract." It allows contractors to redact personal or proprietary information from the contracts before posting, but explicitly prohibits the redaction of certain key details, including the total dollar amount, contractor identity, a description of services, and the contract length.
The bill also clarifies that the same posting and redaction rules apply uniformly across state governmental units, counties, cities, towns, and school districts. By establishing these requirements, the bill aims to enhance transparency in government contracting processes while still protecting sensitive information. If enacted, these changes would be effective on the general effective date, thereby updating the current legal framework governing government contracts in Arizona.
Statutes affected: Introduced Version: 41-2505
House Engrossed Version: 41-2505
Senate Engrossed Version: 9-500.52, 11-269.30, 15-120.05, 41-2505