An Act relative to fairness in public contracting
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act relative to fairness in public contracting,’ focuses on improving transparency and accountability in contracts awarded by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Division of Highways. Specifically, it aims to ensure that contractors are treated fairly and that the bidding process is equitable. The bill seeks to address concerns regarding potential biases or irregularities in the awarding of contracts, promoting a more open and competitive system. It also accompanies a study order (H4714) to investigate related issues.
Key provisions
- Requires increased transparency in the bidding process for contracts with the Division of Highways.
- Addresses concerns about fairness in contract awards.
- Accompanies a study order (H4714) to examine related issues.
- Potentially seeks to prevent bias in the selection of contractors.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
- Contractors bidding on contracts with MassDOT
- State Administration and Regulatory Oversight
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar proposals regarding public contracting fairness.
- It is linked to a study order (H4714) intended to investigate potential issues.
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
Cosponsors
Jacob R. Oliveira
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
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