The bill amends RCW 39.30.060 to establish new requirements for prime contractors bidding on public works contracts expected to cost $1,000,000 or more. It mandates that bidders submit the names of licensed subcontractors and proof of their licenses at the time of bid submission for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Additionally, bidders must provide the names of subcontractors for structural steel and rebar installation within 48 hours after the bid submission. The bill also specifies that a prime contractor cannot list more than one subcontractor per work category unless variations exist due to bid alternates, and failure to comply with these requirements will render the bid nonresponsive.

Furthermore, the bill prohibits the substitution of listed subcontractors for the purpose of bid shopping or bid peddling, allowing substitutions only under specific circumstances such as refusal to sign a contract or bankruptcy. The original subcontractor has the right to seek damages from the prime contractor in cases of improper substitution. The requirements outlined in this section apply solely to specific subcontractors who will contract directly with the prime contractor, and the bill clarifies that these provisions do not apply to design-build or job order contract requests. The previous legislative intent regarding subcontractor listing requirements has been removed from the bill.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 39.30.060
Bill as Passed Legislature: 39.30.060