New Jersey Assembly Bill A3111

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/9/24
• Refer: 1/9/24

Caption

Requires use of design-bid-build or design-build delivery system for certain local government construction projects.

Impact

The implementation of A3111 is expected to standardize the processes for public construction projects within local governments. By defining the design-bid-build and design-build methods, it seeks to enhance efficiency and accountability while ensuring that governmental units adhere to specific regulations. This shift could streamline project timelines and budget management, as local governments will no longer have the discretion to choose alternative and potentially less regulated methods of project delivery.

Summary

Bill A3111 introduced by Assemblyman Craig J. Coughlin and Assemblywoman Nancy F. Munoz mandates that local government construction projects must use either a design-bid-build or a design-build delivery system. This approach outlines the procedures to be followed by local entities when engaging in public construction projects, ensuring clarity and uniformity across projects in New Jersey. This bill amends existing laws to specify the delivery systems required for various types of public works undertaken by county improvement authorities and municipalities.

Contention

As discussions surrounding A3111 progress, there may be points of contention regarding the effectiveness of the prescribed delivery systems. Advocacy groups might express concern that mandating these methods could limit the flexibility of local governments to employ innovative construction approaches that may be more suitable for specific projects. There may also be debates about the potential implications for bidding processes and project costs if local governments are required to adapt to a standardized system that may not suit all project types.