Public works contracts; exemption established for purchases made through cooperative purchasing agreements, requirements for certain public contracts to comply with applicable state or local competitive bid laws provided

Summary

The bill amends Alabama’s public‑works law to let state, county, municipal, and other awarding authorities buy certain supplies via cooperative purchasing agreements without the usual sealed‑bid advertising. It still requires other public‑works contracts over $100,000 to follow competitive‑bid procedures, and it defines specific exclusions and penalties for violations. The change is intended to streamline purchases while preserving oversight for larger construction projects.

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