House Bill No. 4748 introduces a new subchapter to Chapter 2156 of Texas law, specifically focusing on the "Multiple Award Purchase Procedure." This legislation allows the comptroller or other state agencies to utilize a multiple award purchase procedure when it is necessary to award contracts to two or more contractors for similar goods or services. The bill mandates that a written determination justifying the need for multiple awards must be retained in the contract file. Additionally, it defines a "multiple award" as an indefinite quantity contract awarded to more than one bidder or offeror, with the intention of fulfilling all actual requirements from those contractors.

The bill also outlines the requirements for solicitations related to multiple awards, stating that they must disclose the intent to make multiple awards and the criteria for such awards. It establishes that the solicitation, evaluation, and awarding processes must adhere to existing regulations, ensuring that each contractor provides best value to the state. Furthermore, it stipulates that orders from multiple award contracts should be placed in a manner that ensures best value, allowing for secondary competition among contractors if necessary. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.