The bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to use federal design-build procedures when contracting for the design and construction of a building or facility. For certain large projects managed by another federal agency, the VA could not discourage that agency from using those procedures. The bill would also add design-build construction to a VA certification program.
The bill could change how the VA arranges construction projects. It does not describe changes to veterans’ benefits or services.
The bill does not specify costs or funding. No publicly available information.
Congress states that, when used in appropriate circumstances by trained staff, design-build can reduce change orders, shorten the time between design completion and occupancy, and increase warranty protections. Congress also says greater use could help the VA build medical centers more efficiently.
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