Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Brooks Act October 27, 2022 On this day, October 27, in 1972, US President Richard Nixon signed into law legislation providing for qualifications-based selection (QBS) of architecture, engineering (A&E), and related services, including surveying and mapping. It was 50 years ago today the Brooks Act became law. At the time of its enactment, the Brooks Act was a radical departure from the norm of lowest bid in federal procurement. It set a precedent that enabled qualitative factors to become commonplace in various contemporary acquisition procedures. In other words, A&E was for past performance and best value before it was cool. Read More
IIBEC Provides Comments on Canadian Green Buildings Strategy September 23, 2022 By John Boling On August 17, 2022, Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources Canada (NRCAN), announced the launch of a public engagement process for the Canada Green Buildings Strategy (CBGS). IIBEC took the opportunity to provide comments on the new strategy. According to the announcement, the CGBS seeks to mobilize national action to reduce emissions […] Read More
IIBEC Chicago Area Chapter – How Illinois’ QBS Procurement Policies Impacts Consultants and How IIBEC Advocacy is Protecting Your Interests May 19, 2021 REGISTER HERE Read More
Biden Administration’s Infrastructure Plan Contains $100 Billion for School Building Upgrades May 01, 2021 By John Boling Settling the long-running dispute between the parties that school construction is a state and local responsibility, the American Jobs Plan includes $100 billion in funds for public school upgrades and construction, with $50 billion to be provided through direct grants and $50 billion provided through bonds. President Joe Biden spoke of the […] Read More
The Biden Administration and Construction April 01, 2021 In his first few days in office, President Joe Biden made several executive orders related to the construction industry, many of them simply revoking executive orders created by his predecessor. Here’s a quick rundown of a few of them. Paris Climate Agreement: President Joe Biden signed an executive order beginning the 30-day process for the […] Read More
