The proposed bill establishes the State Building Construction Alternatives Act, which introduces alternative contracting methods for state buildings managed by the division. It defines key terms such as "design-builder" and "construction manager," and outlines procedures for soliciting and executing design-build and construction manager-general contractor contracts. The Act allows for greater flexibility in procurement processes while excluding certain projects governed by existing laws. Additionally, it mandates the hiring of licensed architects or engineers for project development and evaluation, and emphasizes the confidentiality of alternative technical concepts submitted by design-builders.

The bill also amends various sections of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, particularly concerning the Facilities Administration and the University of Nebraska's Board of Regents. It updates the monetary threshold for construction projects requiring contracts from fifty thousand to seventy-five thousand dollars, with future adjustments for inflation. The bill streamlines reporting processes by requiring electronic submissions of project status reports and other documentation, while repealing outdated statutes related to the Nebraska Arts Council and the Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance efficiency in state building construction and clarify the responsibilities of various state entities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 72-803, 73-101, 73-307, 81-1108.15, 81-1701, 82-316, 85-106, 85-304