Bill No. 752 amends Section 1500.1 of Title 19 of the Oklahoma Statutes, enhancing the authority of county purchasing agents. The bill authorizes these agents to establish an online bidding process with vendors, streamlining procurement procedures. It updates existing statutory language and allows for the use of electronic commerce in various purchasing processes, including solicitations and bid submissions. The boards of county commissioners are also granted the authority to conduct procurement transactions electronically and to require online bidders to register and prequalify before participating in the bidding process.

The bill removes the requirement for vendors to be authorized by a state contract as provided by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, thereby broadening the scope of potential vendors for county procurement. It mandates that all bid notices comply with existing requirements and specifies that sealed bids must be opened in an open meeting. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.