This bill amends sections 43-07-12 and 48-01.2-05 of the North Dakota Century Code, focusing on the requirements for bids related to public contracts and the contents of advertisements for public improvement projects. The amendments to section 43-07-12 introduce new requirements for bids, mandating that all proposals include a copy of the contractor's current license enclosed in the bid bond envelope. It specifies that contracts cannot be awarded to contractors who do not hold the appropriate license at least ten days prior to the bid submission date. Additionally, the bill clarifies that this licensing requirement does not apply to bids submitted to the Department of Transportation, the Public Service Commission, or for federal aid highway funds.

In section 48-01.2-05, the bill outlines the necessary contents of advertisements for bids, emphasizing the need for a separate envelope containing the contractor's license and bid security. It establishes that the bid security must equal five percent of the total bid amount and details the conditions under which a bidder's bond may be forfeited if the contract is not executed within ten days of award. The amendments also remove previous exemptions for bidders on municipal, rural, and industrial water supply projects, reinforcing the requirement for licensing in accordance with section 43-07-12. Overall, the bill aims to enhance accountability and compliance in the bidding process for public contracts in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 48-01.2-05
Adopted by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee: 43-07-12, 48-01.2-05
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 43-07-12, 48-01.2-05
PREFILED: 48-01.2-05