Bill > SB2248

This bill amends the Innovations for Transportation Infrastructure Act to modify how the Illinois Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority can use alternative project delivery methods for transportation infrastructure projects. The bill changes the existing rules by replacing a fixed $400 million contract limit with a more flexible standard that allows these agencies to use design-build, Construction Manager/General Contractor, or Alternative Technical Concepts project delivery methods for up to 20% of the projects annually programmed in the Department's multi-year highway improvement program. The bill removes the previous provision that specifically allowed the Department to use the Construction Manager/General Contractor method for up to two transportation facilities per year. Before implementing these alternative delivery methods, the Transportation Agency must conduct an analysis and create a written determination demonstrating that the chosen method is in the best interests of the state, considering factors like project schedule, completion date, and costs. The agency is also required to report to the General Assembly annually for the first five years after the act's effective date on the progress of these procurement methods. The bill aims to provide more flexibility in transportation infrastructure project delivery while maintaining oversight and transparency.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2248&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104