SB 68 Summary

• Requires specifications and design criteria packages for public works projects involving piping materials to permit acquisition and use of all piping materials meeting American Society for Testing and Materials or American Water Works Association standards.

• Mandates consideration of piping material characteristics including quality, sustainability, durability, and corrosion resistance where applicable during acquisition of materials for public works projects.

• Applies to public works projects of state agencies, political subdivisions, and design-build public works projects.

• Effective July 1, 2014.