New Jersey · 2026-2027 Regular Session · Bill

A 5657: Allows local contracting unit to accept bid up to 10 percent more than lowest responsible bid in awarding public contracts under certain circumstances.

In committee Last action October 19, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

A 5657 is a bill introduced in the New Jersey House on October 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Allows local contracting unit to accept bid up to 10 percent more than lowest responsible bid in awarding public contracts under certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Wainstein, Larry. Most recent recorded action (October 19, 2026): Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Wainstein, Larry.