The bill modifies bonding requirements for design-build public works projects in Washington State by amending existing laws, specifically RCW 39.10.330 and RCW 39.08.030. Key changes include stipulating that the firm awarded a design-build contract must provide a performance and payment bond before the start of construction and no later than 10 days upon request from the public body. Notably, the bill clarifies that a performance and payment bond is not required for portions of the design-build contract that involve design services, preconstruction services, finance services, maintenance services, operations services, or any related services included in the contract. Additionally, the bill specifies that bonds under the design-build procedure must be in an amount not less than the dollar value of the contracted amount for the construction portion of the contract.

Further amendments include the adjustment of the minimum bond amount for certain municipalities from "twenty-five percent" to "25 percent" and the requirement for a 30-day notice for claims against the bond. The bill also emphasizes the importance of tracking and reporting the utilization of certified businesses by the awarded firm, ensuring that the public body and the office of minority and women's business enterprises are informed of such utilization. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the bonding process while promoting inclusivity and transparency in public works projects.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 39.10.330, 39.08.030