PUBLIC CONTRACT/BIDS: Provides for modifications to the Construction Management at Risk option in Public Bid Law (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

The Selection Review Committee composition was reorganized to include one owner representative, one design professional, one licensed contractor representative, and two members at large, with additional flexibility for other professionals.

A quorum requirement was established for committee meetings, requiring the owner's representative, at least one design professional, and at least one licensed contractor representative to be present for discussions and scoring to occur.

Committee members must sign an ethics statement before attending any meetings to ensure integrity in the selection process.

Public meetings must be held before the committee evaluates proposals to inform the public about the RFQ, scoring procedures, and project particulars.

The RFQ process now requires advertising in the official journal, the state's official journal, and on the owner's website, with a minimum two-week notice period.

Committee results, including scores and recommendations, must be made available to all proposers and are now considered public records.

The RFQ is prohibited from requesting audited financials but may require a bonding commitment letter to demonstrate financial stability.