This bill seeks to implement recommendations from the capital projects advisory review board to enhance procurement rules for local governments, particularly focusing on special purpose districts, first-class and second-class cities, and public utility districts. It amends several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to establish contract requirements based on estimated costs for public works and materials. A significant change introduced by the bill allows these districts and cities to use their own regularly employed personnel for certain public works projects without a contract, provided the value of materials does not exceed $300,000. This provision is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the competitive bidding process, including public notice requirements and criteria for identifying the "lowest responsible bidder." It establishes guidelines for unit priced contracts for recurring public works and emphasizes compliance with prevailing wage laws for contractors. The legislation also mandates annual reporting on contracts awarded to certified minority or women contractors. Key amendments include a limit on the value of materials that can be utilized by city employees without a contract, set at $300,000, and the stipulation that the definition of "lowest responsible bidder" will not apply until July 1, 2025. The capital projects advisory review board is tasked with reviewing the act and providing recommendations by October 31, 2024, with the act itself set to take effect on July 1, 2024.