This bill amends the definition of "public improvement" in Iowa's Code chapter 26, which pertains to public construction bidding. Specifically, it introduces the term "equipment" into the definition while excluding repair or maintenance work performed for a city utility when such work is related to electric generation or transmission projects. The revised language clarifies that public improvement does not encompass these types of work, thereby narrowing the scope of what is considered a public improvement.

Additionally, the changes made by this bill will have implications for various other sections of the Iowa Code, including those related to guaranteed maximum price contracts and lease-purchase agreements for community colleges, school districts, and counties. By refining the definition of public improvement, the bill aims to streamline the bidding process and clarify the responsibilities of city utilities in relation to their infrastructure projects.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 26.2