By Irene Butler
On October 12, 2025, IIBEC sent a letter to the Fraser Health Authority outlining recommendations to enhance its bidding process, protect the public interest, and ensure independent professional design services. The letter cautioned against single-source procurement approaches, which can bypass established safeguards, conflict with provincial procurement regulations, and increase project costs.
The letter, signed by Brian Pallasch, executive vice president and CEO of IIBEC, recommended that the authority implement independent review and competitive procurement measures for all future projects. Aligning with these best practices will reduce risk, enhance transparency, and strengthen public confidence in project outcomes.
