The bill amends existing laws regarding the bidding process for irrigation district projects in Wyoming. Specifically, it raises the cost threshold for projects that require bids from $7,500 to $75,000, ensuring that any work estimated to exceed this amount must be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder following a public advertisement. Additionally, the bill increases the cost estimate requirement for contracts related to the construction or purchase of materials from $1,000 to $20,000, mandating that contracts exceeding this estimate also undergo a bidding process.

The bill also outlines the procedures for advertising bids, including the requirement for plans and specifications to be filed at the district's principal office and the advertisement to be published for three consecutive issues in local newspapers. It emphasizes the importance of employing Wyoming citizens whenever possible and ensures that contracts are only valid if the proper bidding process is followed. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 41-7-412, 41-7-813