| Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Community & Economic Development & Trade Committee | |
HB 2211
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Supporting small business through the statewide procurement of technical assistance.
Sponsors: Representatives Wallace, Kenney and Moeller.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/26/07
Staff: Tracey Taylor (786-7196).
Background:
The Defense Logistics Agency, on behalf of the Secretary of Defense, administers the
Department of Defense Procurement Technical Assistance (PTA) programs. The PTA Centers
are a local resource available at no or nominal cost that can provide assistance to business firms
in marketing products and services to the federal, state and local governments.
The Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC) provide: computerized bid match
services; interpretation of solicitations; assistance with government registrations and
certifications; training and seminars; marketing assistance; and assistance in locating the
necessary documents for solicitations.
Summary of Bill:
A statewide procurement technical assistance services pilot project in Snohomish County is
created. The pilot project will end June 30, 2008. The Department of Community, Trade, and
Economic Development must report to the Legislature by January 1, 2008, the results of the pilot
project, including the number of businesses served, contracts written, the monetary value of
contracts, and a plan for sustainable and ongoing funding.
Appropriation: The sum of $150,000 from the State General Fund to the Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development for Fiscal Year 2008.
Fiscal Note: Requested on February 22, 2007.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.