Bill > SB461

This bill modifies Wisconsin statutes related to how the Department of Transportation (DOT) contracts for highway projects, aiming to allow for more flexible and potentially faster project delivery methods. It introduces and defines terms like "Alternative project delivery," which encompasses various methods beyond traditional contracting, and "Construction manager-general contractor delivery," a two-phase approach where a contractor is involved from pre-construction through construction. The bill also clarifies definitions for "Design-build project" and introduces "Progressive design-build method," another two-phase approach involving collaboration on scope, schedule, and budget. It establishes a framework for a technical review committee to evaluate proposals and outlines procedures for procurement, including the use of two-phase selection processes, which are standard for many alternative delivery methods, or a single-phase process if deemed more appropriate. The bill also sets a financial limit of $300 million per biennium for projects using alternative delivery methods, with provisions for annual adjustments based on a construction cost index, and details how stipulated fees are awarded to unsuccessful bidders whose proposals are responsive. Importantly, it designates meetings of the technical review committee and related records as confidential until a successful bidder is chosen, aiming to protect proprietary information during the procurement process.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/bill/sb461