The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code to refine the selection process for construction management at-risk services and the procurement of related services such as architecture and engineering. Key changes include the requirement for a selection committee to consist of an administrative individual, a registered architect and engineer (both of whom must not be contracted for the project), and a licensed contractor. Additionally, the bill mandates that the selection committee evaluate submissions based on established qualification criteria without modifications, ensuring that the evaluation process is objective and encourages participation from qualified construction managers. The criteria for evaluation will now include a specific weighting for fees and expenses, which must account for at least twenty percent of the total score.

Further amendments specify that agency construction managers must publicly advertise and open bids from subcontractors, with the responsibility to award contracts to the lowest responsible bidder. The bill also introduces a new standard for evaluating firms based on various criteria, including past performance and the ability to meet budget requirements, while ensuring that the selection process remains transparent and accountable. Overall, these changes aim to enhance the efficiency and fairness of the procurement process for public construction projects in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 48-01.2-20, 48-01.2-22, 54-44.7-03
Adopted by the House Government and Veterans Affairs Committee: 48-01.2-20, 48-01.2-22, 54-44.7-03
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 48-01.2-20, 48-01.2-22, 54-44.7-03
PREFILED: 48-01.2-20, 48-01.2-22, 54-44.7-03