An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in transportation infrastructure, providing for design build best value.
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Overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to establish a ‘design build best value’ procurement process for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. This method, which differs from traditional competitive sealed proposals, allows the commission to select contractors based on a ‘value score’ considering technical merit, cost, and other project factors. The bill outlines specific procedures for requesting proposals, evaluating offers, and utilizing alternative technical concepts, while also referencing existing procurement laws and establishing reporting requirements.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘design build best value’ procurement process for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
- Defines key terms such as ‘alternative technical concept,’ ‘responsible offeror,’ and ‘responsive proposal.’
- Allows the commission to use design build best value for projects deemed suitable based on factors like project complexity and risk.
- Specifies a limit on the number of design build best value procurements the commission can conduct annually.
- Requires the commission to post notices regarding procurement decisions and project information on its website.
- References and incorporates certain provisions of existing procurement laws (62 Pa.C.S.)
- Establishes a process for considering alternative technical concepts submitted by offerors.
- Requires the commission to prepare and submit a report on the use of design build best value.
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