Sec. 223.241. DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter:
(1) "Design-build contractor" means a partnership, corporation, or other legal entity or team that includes an engineering firm and a construction contractor qualified to engage in the construction of highway projects in this state.
(2) "Design-build method" means a project delivery method by which an entity contracts with a single entity to provide both design and construction services for the construction, rehabilitation, alteration, or repair of a facility.
(3) "Highway project" means:
(A) a single highway facility between two defined points in a corridor; or
(B) two or more contiguous highway facilities.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1345 (S.B. 1420), Sec. 34, eff. September 1, 2011.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 314 (H.B. 20), Sec. 6, eff. June 3, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - State Highway System
Chapter 223 - Bids and Contracts for Highway Projects
Subchapter F. Design-Build Contracts
Section 223.242. Scope of and Limitations on Contracts
Section 223.243. Use of Engineer or Engineering Firm
Section 223.244. Other Professional Services
Section 223.245. Request for Qualifications
Section 223.246. Request for Proposals
Section 223.2475. Changes to Design-Build Team
Section 223.248. Assumption of Risks and Costs