Bill > HB2899

This bill modifies provisions governing design-build contracts, which are a project delivery method where design and construction services are provided under a single contract. It introduces "progressive design-build contracts" as a new type of agreement, which involves a two-stage selection process where design and preconstruction services are developed before a final construction price is set. The bill clarifies the roles of design criteria consultants, who assist political subdivisions in developing project requirements and evaluating proposals, and expands the definition of "design criteria package" to include more detailed project specifications. It also outlines specific procedures for both traditional design-build (a three-stage selection process) and progressive design-build (a two-stage selection process), including requirements for requests for proposals, proposal submissions, and evaluation criteria, emphasizing qualifications over price in early stages. The bill also clarifies that payment bond requirements apply to both design-build and progressive design-build projects, and that licensed professionals must perform architectural and engineering services. Finally, it exempts design-builders from holding certain licenses if they subcontract these services to properly licensed entities, and specifies certain entities and home-rule cities that are exempt from these provisions.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2899&year=2026&code=R