MS SB2300

Amends Section 31-7-13.1 to require public agencies and governing authorities to solicit proposals from qualified design-builders for design-build projects, with contracts including payment for both design and construction phases.

Eliminates the requirement that at least one evaluation committee member be a licensed and registered architect or engineer in Mississippi for design-build project selection.

Specifies that design-build contracts must be either fixed firm price or guaranteed maximum price agreements, with cost weighted at a minimum of 35% of total evaluation criteria.

Brings forward Section 31-7-13.2 regarding construction manager at-risk project delivery, establishing qualifications-based selection procedures and requiring a minimum construction cost of $25,000,000.00 per project.

Makes the amendments effective July 1, 2025.