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Question 1

Which federal agency published the rule codifying design-build procedures at 48 CFR Part 36?

Accepted Answer

Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council

Answer

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council published the FAR rule incorporating design-build procedures into Part 36, which governs construction contracting.

Question 2

When advocating for design-build enabling legislation, DBIA typically recommends including which procurement method options in the statute?

Accepted Answer

Best value and qualifications-based selection, in addition to low-bid

Answer

DBIA recommends statutes that authorize best value and qualifications-based selection methods, which better capture design-build's quality and innovation benefits.

Question 3

A state DOT seeking federal-aid funding for a design-build highway project must comply with which federal design-build regulation?

Accepted Answer

23 CFR Part 636

Answer

23 CFR Part 636 governs design-build contracting for federally funded surface transportation projects administered through FHWA.

Question 4

Which professional licensing concern is most commonly raised in state legislatures when debating design-build authorization?

Accepted Answer

Whether unlicensed contractors will make design decisions violating professional practice acts

Answer

Opponents often argue that design-build blurs responsibility for design decisions and may allow unlicensed parties to control design, raising professional practice concerns.

Question 5

In federal design-build procurement, the Phase I solicitation (Request for Qualifications) typically evaluates which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Past performance, technical approach, and management qualifications

Answer

Phase I evaluates offerors' qualifications including past performance, technical approach, and management capability to shortlist firms for Phase II.

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