This bill amends Section 85.3A of the Oklahoma Central Purchasing Act to exempt additional entities from central purchasing requirements. The amendments include the addition of the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education and technology center schools as exempt entities. It also clarifies that the Oklahoma Military Department will be referred to as the "Military Department of the State of Oklahoma." Furthermore, the bill allows for the formation of an advisory committee by the State Purchasing Director, which will consist of representatives from the exempted entities to provide input on shared state purchasing contracts and explore collaborative purchasing solutions.

The bill also specifies that the advisory committee may include representatives from political subdivisions and local common education entities, enhancing collaboration across various levels of government. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025. Overall, the bill aims to streamline purchasing processes for certain entities while fostering cooperation in procurement practices.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 74-85.3A