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Bill would require apprentice-utilization plans and public transparency for responsible bidders on public works
Summary
House Bill 15-49 would change responsible-bidder criteria, require L&I to publish training-compliance and bidder information, and require awarded bidders on projects subject to apprentice-utilization rules to submit a detailed apprentice-utilization plan within 60 days of award.
House Bill 15-49 would revise responsible-bidder criteria for public works, require the Department of Labor & Industries to publish bidder training records and compliance information, and require all contractors awarded projects subject to apprentice-utilization requirements to submit an apprentice-utilization plan within 60 days of award.
Staff explained existing law and the proposed changes: currently bidders may qualify by completing three or more public works projects and holding a Washington business license for three or more years, or by designating an officer or employee who has received L&I-approved training on public works and prevailing wage. The bill narrows and clarifies…
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