Bill > S06869

This bill amends Chapter 749 of the 2019 laws, which originally authorized design-build contracts for certain public works projects under project labor agreements, to clarify and expand the qualification-based selection process for awarding contracts. Specifically, the bill introduces a definition for "qualifications-based" as a method of awarding contracts to an entity that submits a statement of qualifications in response to a request for qualifications using a one-step method. The bill modifies the existing contractor selection process to allow authorized entities to use either a two-step or a new one-step method for selecting design-build contractors. Under the one-step method, entities can directly evaluate and rate statements of qualifications and award the contract to the best-qualified contractor, with a commitment to allocating 30% of contracts to minority and women-owned businesses. The bill maintains existing requirements for considering minority and women-owned business enterprises and small business concerns during the selection process, and allows for flexibility in contract structuring, such as using a single contract with two phases or separate contracts for each phase. The amendments are intended to provide more streamlined and efficient methods for public entities to select contractors for design-build projects while maintaining opportunities for diverse business participation.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6869