An Act relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts

This bill requires gas and distribution companies in Massachusetts to increase transparency when awarding construction contracts worth $100,000 or more for work on public roads. Under the new rules, companies must notify all bidders of the award decision within two business days and post the winning contractor's name, bid amount, and project location on their website. The law also mandates that written notices to bidders include the specific criteria used for the award and the score the bidder received. Companies may withhold certain information if doing so would harm law enforcement, public interest, or fair competition, and the state department is tasked with enforcing these requirements.