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Johnson County adopts new procurement preferences to encourage apprenticeships; board approves 5-2
Summary
The board adopted Resolution 115-25 to amend purchasing policy language to include preferences for local presence and apprenticeship programs; the motion passed 5-2 and is effective Jan. 1, 2026.
The Board of County Commissioners voted 5-2 to adopt Resolution 115-25, amending county purchasing policy numbers 110.125 and 110.165 to add preference criteria that can be used when otherwise equal bids are received. The policy changes, effective Jan. 1, 2026, add preference language relating to local vendor presence, Department of Labor-recognized apprenticeship participation and categories such as disabled-veteran-owned businesses.
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