IIBEC Pushes for Support of California Dept. of Justice Pro-QBS Regulations April 28, 2022 When the California Department of Justice asked for comments on a proposal to craft its own version of qualifications-based selection (QBS) for the procurement of architectural and engineering services, IIBEC jumped into action, contacting state-based allies who said they were planning on submitting comments that largely supported the regulations as written. IIBEC realized the best course of action would be to work through our coalition, the Council on Federal Procurement of Architectural & Engineering Services (COFPAES), to support the regulatory effort. COFPAES did submit comments outlining the history of QBS and why the procurement process serves the interest of taxpayers. IIBEC will continue to follow this regulatory effort and will take action if necessary. Government Relations
Department of Energy Issues Energy-Saving Rules for Federal Buildings March 31, 2022 Last week, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced new building energy code requirements for federal buildings. Specifically, on March 30, DOE’s press release proposed: Beginning in April 2023, all new buildings and major… IIBEC Members
President Signs Omnibus Funding Bill with IIBEC Language Protecting Brooks Act March 16, 2022 On March 15, 2022, President Joe Biden signed into law the $1.5 trillion Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, funding the government for the rest of the fiscal year. Also included in the bill is $13.6 billion… IIBEC Members
DOE Announces Reorganization to Implement Clean Energy Investments From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Energy Act of 2020 March 16, 2022 By John Boling The Department of Energy (DOE) undertook a reorganization last month to implement the clean energy provisions included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Energy Act of 2020. IIBEC is a supporter of… IIBEC Members
IIBEC Joins Over 200 Signatories Calling for Congress to Open Its Doors March 13, 2022 On Wednesday, March 9, 2022, IIBEC joined with 210 parties on a letter to congressional leaders asking to discuss how to safely and securely reopen Capitol Hill. IIBEC is a sponsor of the upcoming… IIBEC Members
Administration Launches Coalition to Reduce Existing Building Emissions January 27, 2022 By John Boling President Joe Biden announced the launch of the “Buildings Performance Standards Coalition” during remarks at the US Conference of Mayors on January 21, 2022. The partnership includes 33 state and local governments… IIBEC Members
House Passes Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, Sends It to President’s Desk for Signature November 10, 2021 by John Boling Legislation that will provide jobs and other ancillary benefits to the industry over the coming years passed the House of Representatives on November 5, 2021. Specifically, the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and… News/Advocacy
Parker Sworn in as OSHA Head as Vaccine Mandate Rule Is Finalized November 5, 2021 by John Boling On November 3, 2021, Doug Parker was sworn in as head of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) after receiving confirmation by the US Senate in late October. Parker most recently… Government Relations
