This bill amends sections 39-1348 and 39-1355 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes to update the procedures for the solicitation of bids for construction projects managed by the Department of Transportation. Notably, the bill changes the threshold for legislative consent on construction projects from a fixed amount of one hundred thousand dollars to an adjusted dollar amount based on the Consumer Price Index, which will be established in section 81-1114.01. Additionally, the bill introduces new methods for advertising bid solicitations, including the requirement to publish notices on the department's official web page and outlines specific conditions under which the notice requirements can be considered met, even if there are issues with newspaper publications.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the authority of the Department of Transportation regarding the procurement of materials and construction services. It allows the department to purchase or lease necessary materials and equipment while also specifying that the department cannot construct buildings exceeding the newly established adjusted cost without legislative consent. The bill aims to streamline the bidding process and ensure that the department can effectively manage its construction projects while adhering to updated financial thresholds and notification requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-1348, 39-1355
Final Reading: 39-1348, 39-1355
Slip Law: 39-1348, 39-1355