This bill proposes amendments to the Design-Build Procurement Act in West Virginia, specifically targeting sections 5-22A-2, 5-22A-3, 5-22A-4, 5-22A-9a, and 5-22A-12, while repealing section 5-22A-5. A significant change is the termination of the Design-Build Board, which is set to be dissolved as of July 1, 2025. The bill also introduces new oversight responsibilities for the Secretary of Administration, who will ensure compliance with the provisions of the Design-Build Procurement Act. Additionally, the bill modifies the criteria for agencies to enter into design-build contracts, removing the requirement for the Board's approval and allowing agencies to proceed with fewer than three qualified design-builders if necessary.

The bill also makes technical amendments to streamline the process for selecting design-builders and evaluating proposals. It eliminates the need for the Design-Build Board to review technical submissions and instead allows agencies to directly evaluate and score proposals based on established criteria. The changes aim to simplify the design-build project delivery method, making it more efficient for public agencies to undertake construction projects while ensuring compliance with state laws. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the flexibility and efficiency of the design-build procurement process in West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5-22A-2, 5-22A-3, 5-22A-4, 5-22A-9a, 5-22A-12, 5-22A-5