House Bill No. [insert number] amends and reenacts R.S. 39:1619(B) and enacts R.S. 39:1619(E) and 1621(D) to streamline the procurement process for social service and consulting service contracts by public postsecondary education management boards in Louisiana. The bill allows these boards to enter into social service contracts without competitive bidding or negotiation under certain conditions, specifically when the state chief procurement officer determines that specific criteria are met. The amended language clarifies that contracts for social services may be awarded without competitive processes, except as outlined in the new subsection E.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for master service contracts, enabling public postsecondary education management boards to enter into agreements for similar services across multiple institutions. These master service contracts can be executed without competitive bidding if the total compensation for each institution does not exceed $250,000 for social services and $75,000 for consulting services within a twelve-month period. This legislation aims to enhance efficiency in the procurement of essential services while maintaining oversight and accountability.

Statutes affected:
HB884 Original: 39:1619(B)
HB884 Engrossed: 39:1619(B)
HB884 Enrolled: 39:1619(B)