General finance guidance
Constitution of the State of Minnesota, Article XI, Appropriation and Finances
Powers and Uses of Public Debt
Minn. Stat. 15.41 - Construction Permits, Requisites
The State and every political subdivision shall specify on every construction permit the name and address of the applicant and the general contractor if there is one. Permits must be posted in a conspicuous and accessible place at the site of construction
Minn. Stat. 15.411 Public Work Contracts; No Damages for Delay Clauses
Defines “Public works contract”, allows for the contractor to recover costs if the delay is caused by the contracting public entity
Minn. Stat 15.72 - Progress Payment on Public Contracts; Retainage
Progress payment on a public contract for a public improvement shall make progress payments on a monthly basis as work progresses.
Minn. Stat. 15.73 - Alternative Form of Retainage
At the contractor’s option, a bond or security with the state can be held in lieu of a cash retainage.
Minn. Stat. 15C. False Claims Against the State
A person who files a false or fraudulent claim for payment or approval, or a false record or statement material to an obligation with the intent to defraud the state or political subdivision.
Minn. Stat. 16A.502 - Nonstate Commitments to Capital Projects
If an appropriation or grant for a capital project or project phase is not sufficient, by itself, to complete the project or project phase, the appropriation or grant is not available until the commissioner has determined that the commitment is sufficient.
Minn. Stat. 16B.01 - Definitions
Department of Administration Definitions. Agency means any state officer, employee, board, commission, authority, department, or other agency of the executive branch of the state government.
Minn. Stat. 16B.30 General Authority
A state agency may not undertake an improvement over $50,000 of a capital nature without specific legislative authority.
Minn. Stat. 16C.075 - E-Verify
Implementation of the federal E-verify program is required for all contracts for services over $50,000. Pertains to employment of individuals who may legally work in the United States.
Minn. Stat. 16C.16 - Designation of Procurement from Small Businesses
Ensure small businesses receive at least 25% of the value of procurement of goods and services, including printing and construction.
Minn. Stat. 16C.26 - Competitive Bids or Proposals
Building and construction or repairs must be based on competitive bids or proposals, price contracts for building and construction must be based on competitive bids. If the project estimate is over $25,000 there must be a public notice. All bids over $50,000 must be sealed when received and opened publicly.
Minn. Stat. 16C.28 - Contracts; Award
Award requirements for which competitive bids or proposals are required.
Minn. Stat. 16C.285 - Responsible Contractor Requirement Defined
Definition, Requirements and Minimum Criteria for a Responsible Contractor, Verification of Compliance and Subcontractor Verification
Minn. Stat. 43A.39 - Compliance with Law
Employees must comply with the State Personnel Management Law.
Minn. Stat. 176.181 - Insurance
Compulsory Workers’ Compensation Liability insurance, Fees, Failure to Insure, Penalty, Indemnification, Data sharing.
Minn. Stat. 176.182 - Business Licenses or Permits; Coverage Required
State may withhold issuance or renewal of a license or permit to a business until the applicant presents acceptable evidence of compliance.
Minn. Stat. 177.41 - State Projects and State Highway Construction; Public Policy
Projects financed in whole or part by state funds must pay prevailing wage.
Minn. Stat. 177.42 - Definitions
Definitions for project, area, prevailing hours of labor, Basic Hourly Rate, Prevailing Wage Rate, Employer.
Minn. Stat. 177.43 - Contracts for State Projects; Penalty
Hours of Labor, Exceptions, Contract Requirements, Determination, Posting and Petition of Prevailing Wage Rates, Penalty, Examination of Records, Violations.
Minn. Stat. 270C.65 - Right of Setoff
Commissioner of revenue can certify that a taxpayer has an uncontested delinquent tax liability and can apply taxpayers funds to satisfy the unpaid tax liability.
MMB Statewide Operating Policy 0701-01
Encumbrances and M.S. 16A.15/16C.05 Compliance