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This bill introduces comprehensive changes to how public housing authorities can manage construction projects and financial reporting. The bill defines "alternative project delivery contract" as a flexible method of awarding construction contracts that includes approaches like construction manager build and design-build, which can be awarded through an open and competitive procurement process. The legislation establishes a detailed two-step process for selecting contractors, first generating a qualified list of potential contractors based on criteria like experience, responsibility, and past performance, and then selecting the proposal that offers the best value to the authority. The bill allows for various contract types, including cost-plus guaranteed maximum price contracts and lump sum contracts, with provisions to ensure fair pricing and project flexibility. Additionally, the bill mandates that municipal housing authorities submit annual financial reports to the commissioner, detailing all funds received, their sources, and expenditures, which must be made publicly accessible. The legislation includes safeguards to protect existing workers' rights, preserve collective bargaining agreements, and ensure that minority and women-owned businesses have opportunities to participate in these projects. The changes aim to provide housing authorities with more flexible and efficient methods for managing construction projects while maintaining transparency and protecting worker interests.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6672