ND HB1356

Increases the threshold for public works requiring professional engineer involvement from $100,000 to $250,000 for state and political subdivisions in North Dakota.

Raises the bidding threshold for public improvement construction from $100,000 to $250,000 and the threshold for procuring architect or engineer plans from $100,000 to $250,000.

Requires governing bodies to obtain contractor bonds equal to contract price for public improvement projects exceeding $250,000, with bonds securing labor and material payments including interest on unpaid claims after 90 days.

Mandates that governing bodies may not require contractors to obtain surety bonds from specified insurance companies or submit financial data to particular providers.

Adds requirement that states and political subdivisions consider consulting engineers or architects if health, safety, or welfare concerns exist, regardless of project cost threshold.