Relates to contracting for certain construction projects by public housing authorities

This bill allows public housing authorities in New York to use alternative construction contract methods - such as design-build or construction manager at risk - instead of traditional bidding for certain projects. It requires authorities to follow a two-step process: first, publicly advertise for qualifications and select qualified firms based on criteria like experience and compliance with labor laws, then issue proposals to those firms. The bill also mandates that authorities consider minority- and women-owned business enterprises during selection. These changes apply to construction, renovation, or demolition projects exceeding $50,000, aiming to streamline project delivery while maintaining oversight. The law modifies existing public housing procurement rules to accommodate these flexible contract approaches.