Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 679, also known as the Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2017, aims to improve the procurement process for construction projects in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2017.

The main goal of the bill is to promote consensus-based decision-making in the procurement process for construction projects. This means that all stakeholders involved in a construction project, including government agencies, contractors, and subcontractors, must work together to reach agreements on key decisions related to the project.

The bill also seeks to streamline the procurement process by reducing unnecessary delays and paperwork. It encourages the use of electronic procurement methods and requires government agencies to provide timely feedback to contractors and subcontractors. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to promote transparency and accountability in the procurement process. It requires government agencies to publish information about upcoming construction projects and to provide regular updates on the status of ongoing projects. Overall, the Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2017 aims to make the procurement process for construction projects more efficient, transparent, and collaborative. It is intended to benefit both government agencies and contractors by reducing costs, improving communication, and ensuring that projects are completed in a timely manner.