The bill amends existing Kansas law regarding school district contracts for goods and services by increasing the minimum expenditure threshold for which sealed bids are not required. Specifically, the bill raises the limit from $20,000 to $50,000 for contracts that can be executed by the superintendent on behalf of the school district. Additionally, it modifies the requirements for the board of education when making expenditures over this new threshold, mandating that such expenditures must be made through sealed proposals to the lowest responsible bidder.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the existing sections of K.S.A. 72-1131 and K.S.A. 72-1151, which previously governed these contract procedures. The changes aim to streamline the procurement process for school districts, allowing for greater flexibility in managing contracts for goods and services while ensuring that larger expenditures still adhere to competitive bidding practices. The act will take effect upon its publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-1131, 72-1151