The bill amends the Revised Code to establish new requirements for public authorities and parties involved in construction contracts, specifically regarding the indication of alterations to industry standard contract forms. It mandates that any changes to these standard forms must be clearly highlighted through methods such as striking through and underlining the changes, cross-referencing supplemental conditions, or including references to the sections being altered. If these alterations are not properly indicated, they will be deemed void, and the original language of the standard form will take precedence. This provision aims to enhance transparency and accountability in public construction projects.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the procedures for public authorities when selecting construction managers at risk and design-build firms. It requires a pre-proposal meeting for projects valued under four million dollars to discuss project details and mandates that authorities select and rank at least three qualified firms based on their qualifications and pricing proposals. If negotiations with the top-ranked firm do not succeed, the authority is permitted to negotiate with the next highest-ranked firm until a contract is finalized. The bill also includes the repeal of several existing sections of the Revised Code, signifying a comprehensive update to the legal framework governing these contracts.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 9.334, 153.12, 153.501, 153.503, 153.693
As Reported By Senate Committee: 9.334, 153.12, 153.501, 153.503, 153.693
As Passed By Senate: 9.334, 153.12, 153.501, 153.503, 153.693
As Reported By House Committee: 9.334, 153.12, 153.501, 153.503, 153.693
As Passed By House: 9.334, 153.12, 153.501, 153.503, 153.693