This bill amends sections 73-101 and 73-813 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024, to modify the requirements for public lettings and biddings related to contracts under the Department of Natural Resources. It specifies that when bids are advertised for various contracts, the officials in charge must set both the date and hour for bid submissions and ensure that bids are opened simultaneously in the presence of bidders or their representatives. Additionally, the bill introduces exceptions to the existing bidding requirements for certain contracts, including those under the State Park System Construction Alternatives Act and the Public Water and Natural Resources Project Contracting Act.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific circumstances under which limited exceptions to the procurement process may be granted, such as for sole source contracts and emergency contracts. It also lists various types of contracts that are exempt from certain sections of the procurement law, including those related to professional services, contracts with educational institutions, and notably, contracts for all water infrastructure projects under the Department of Natural Resources. The original sections 73-101 and 73-813 are repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 73-101, 73-813
Final Reading: 73-101, 73-813
Slip Law: 73-101, 73-813