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    News Article | August 28, 2025

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    “We’re ready to go out for bids on some new equipment. What are the new bidding requirements?”

    What changed in the County Purchasing Act?

    SB 1173 amends Local Government Code §262.023(a). The new competitive bidding threshold is amended from $50,000 to $100,000. This bill takes effect on Sept. 1, 2025.