House Bill No. by Representative Knox amends the regulations governing the purchase of materials and supplies by the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans. The bill modifies R.S. 33:4084(A)(1)(a) and (b) and (C), while repealing R.S. 33:4084(A)(1)(c). It establishes that all purchases exceeding $30,000 must be made in accordance with R.S. 38:2212.1(A)(1)(a), which outlines the requirements for advertising and letting contracts to the lowest responsible bidder. Additionally, for purchases between $10,000 and $30,000, the board is required to obtain at least three quotes through various electronic means, with specific documentation requirements for accepted and rejected quotes.

Furthermore, the bill increases the emergency purchase threshold from $10,000 to $30,000, allowing the executive director or general superintendent of the board to contract for supplies and materials without the usual bidding process, provided they have written consent from the board's president pro tempore or the mayor. All emergency contracts must be reported to the board at its next meeting, ensuring transparency in the procurement process.

Statutes affected:
HB893 Original: 33:4084(A)(1)