An Act relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, named in honor of Bruce C. Bolling, aims to promote equity in public contracting within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that minority and women-owned businesses have a greater opportunity to participate in state and municipal government contracts. The bill intends to establish a process for reviewing and addressing disparities in contracting opportunities, ultimately fostering a more diverse and inclusive marketplace for public procurement.
Key provisions
- Requires state agencies and municipalities to actively seek out and prioritize contracts with minority and women-owned businesses.
- Establishes a process for reviewing contracting data to identify and address disparities.
- Promotes the development of programs to support the growth and capacity of minority and women-owned businesses.
- Encourages the use of set-aside programs for specific contracts.
- Requires reporting on contracting outcomes to ensure accountability.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- Municipalities
- Minority-Owned Businesses
- Women-Owned Businesses
- Contractors
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on increasing opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses in public contracting.
- It introduces a framework for monitoring and addressing existing inequities.
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