This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to establish the "Highway Alternative Project Delivery Program," replacing the previous "Highway Design-Build Pilot" terminology. It allows the Commissioner of the West Virginia Division of Highways to expedite construction projects by combining design and construction elements into a single contract. The bill also sets specific financial limits on contractual obligations for various fiscal years, including provisions for projects financed with or without bonds, and exempts certain emergency-related projects from these limits.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section, 17-2D-6, which authorizes the Commissioner to utilize a "general contractor/construction manager" procedure for project agreements, distinct from traditional design-build bids. This section empowers the Commissioner to create procedural rules regarding the conditions and terms for these agreements, ensuring they align with federal regulations. The overall aim of the bill is to enhance the efficiency of highway project delivery while maintaining public interest standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17-2D-1, 17-2D-2, 17-2D-6