House Bill 2674 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 56, by introducing a new section that empowers the chief procurement officer to develop regulations, policies, procedures, templates, and guidance related to the procurement of information systems and software. The bill outlines specific areas of focus for these guidelines, including criteria for choosing between custom-designed and off-the-shelf products, standards for user-friendliness and customer convenience, and strategies for engaging end users in the design and testing processes. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of minimizing service disruptions during implementation, managing costs associated with vendor transitions, and avoiding potential biases in procurement processes.

The chief procurement officer is also authorized to collaborate with the division of strategic technology solutions and the information systems council in creating these guidelines. Furthermore, the officer may submit the developed regulations and policies to the commission when appropriate. This act is set to take effect upon becoming law, highlighting its urgency in improving technology procurement practices within the state.