Public utilities: public service commission; competitive bidding for certain utility contracts; require. Amends 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.1 - 460.11) by adding sec. 6bb.

Michigan House Bill 6125, introduced by Representative Jay DeBoyer on June 23, 2026, requires electric and natural gas utilities to use competitive bidding for certain contracts. The bill amends the Public Utilities Act by adding section 6bb, mandating that utilities implement a competitive procurement process for contracts involving construction, operations, maintenance, or capital improvement work. The Public Service Commission is prohibited from allowing utilities to recover expenses for contracts not competitively bid. Bids and supporting documentation are considered public records and must be made available for inspection and copying. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/HB6125/2025?utm_source=openai))

The bill has been reported by various news outlets, including Amendment.app, which highlights its potential to increase transparency and cost-effectiveness in utility contracting. ([amendment.app](https://www.amendment.app/oversight/michigan/bill/hb6125?utm_source=openai)) The Michigan Public Service Commission has also been working on competitive procurement guidelines, indicating a move towards more competitive processes in the industry. ([michigan.gov](https://www.michigan.gov/mpsc/commission/workgroups/competitive-procurement?utm_source=openai))

As of now, there are no specific reports or analyses highlighting potential drawbacks or opposition to the bill. However, some stakeholders may express concerns about the implementation challenges and the impact on existing contracts.