Sec. 2. A contract between a state agency and a contractor must contain the following provisions: (1) To the extent practicable, clearly defined scopes and success metrics. (2) Liquidated damages or other remedies for missed deadlines or overages. (3) A requirement for either of the following, as determined by the department: (A) An independent verification and validation under IC 5-35.7-4.5. (B) Other appropriate methods or means for verification and validation of the terms of the contract. As added by P.L.182-2025, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.125-2026, SEC.4.