State buildings agency seeks permanent repair program and higher job limit

The agency proposes making its repair contracting program permanent and raising the estimated cost limit for each job to $250,000. The program covers upkeep, repairs, and changes to state facilities under the agency's care. Lawmakers must approve the changes in a separate budget measure. The current limit is $150,000 for each job's estimated cost. The current authority expires on January 1, 2027; the proposed changes could start at the beginning of 2027 if approved.

The agency proposes allowing its repair contracts to last up to three years. This would apply to the agency's contracts for upkeep and repairs at state facilities. Lawmakers must approve the change in a separate budget measure. The current maximum term is two years. The agency says the change could begin at the start of 2027.

The agency proposes publishing notice in the Central Register when it awards a repair contract. This would cover contracts the agency awards through its repair contracting program. Lawmakers must approve the change in a separate budget measure. The agency says the change could start at the beginning of 2027; it would post notice when it awards a contract.