Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
Local Government Committee |
HB 2266
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Brief Description: Addressing small public works projects for fire departments and regional fire authorities.
Sponsors: Representatives Takko and Kochmar.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 1/22/14
Staff: Amanda Ondrick (786-7296).
Background:
Fire protection districts (districts) are municipal corporations authorized to provide fire prevention and suppression services, emergency medical response, and provide protection of life and property. Generally, when a district engages in purchases and public works, fire protection districts are required to use a formal sealed bid procedure.
Districts are exempt from the competitive bid process in four circumstances as listed below:
The amount of the purchase is $10,000 or less, or $50,000 or less and the district uses a three-vendor procedure available to certain municipalities.
The work is for construction or improvement of a fire station or other buildings where costs are $20,000 or less, including all labor, materials, and equipment.
The contract is eligible for the small works roster process available to all state agencies.
There is an emergency, single source, or other special circumstance within the general exemption applicable to all public works.
Summary of Bill:
For public works projects (projects) not exceeding $20,000, a fire department or regional fire authority may use fire service personnel or volunteers without a competitive bid process. Projects must involve the construction or improvement of a fire station or other buildings.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.