Bill > SB2336

This bill amends the Design-Build Procurement Act to modify how public institutions of higher education can use design-build procurement methods after January 1, 2026. Currently, the Act allows state construction agencies to use design-build delivery methods for public projects when it can be demonstrated as being in the state's best interest. The bill specifically makes the existing provisions of the Act inoperative for public higher education institutions starting on January 1, 2026, which means these institutions will no longer be able to use the design-build procurement method as previously outlined. Design-build procurement is a construction project delivery method where a single entity is responsible for both designing and building a project, which can potentially save time and cost compared to traditional design-bid-build methods. The bill removes previous language about repealing the Act and makes these changes effective immediately, potentially signaling a shift in how higher education institutions will be required to procure construction services in the future.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2336&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104