Learn about QBS (Qualifications Based Selection)

On January 1, 2012, HB 3316 became effective and requires Qualifications Based Selection (QBS) for the procurement of engineers, architects, land surveyors, photogrammetrists, and transportation planners. This will be a change for many public agencies as QBS was previously only required when certain thresholds were met. Now, HB 3316 requires QBS for all projects in Oregon.

LINKS:

• Enrolled HB 3316 (HB 3316-B)
• Division 48 Summary of January 1, 2012 Substantive Rule Changes (begins on page 3)
• Oregon Administrative Rules, Department of Justice, Division 48, Model Rules, Consultant Selection: Architectural, Engineering and Land Surveying Services and Related Services Contracts

OTHER RESOURCES:

• QBS Flow chart
• QBS FAQs
• Peer-to-Peer QBS Program
• QBS Workshop for A/E Firms

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• APWA Red Book on Qualifications Based Selection: Guidelines for Public Agencies (click here for Red Book order form)
• ACEC National Online QBS Resource Center
• An Analysis of Issues Pertaining to Qualifications-Based Selection, a national study developed at the request of ACEC in collaboration with the American Public Works Association (APWA). (52-page report in PDF)
• WHAT IS QBS and How Does it Work? Click here for "How to engage design professionals*....to achieve quality and cost effectiveness in public projects using Qualifications Based Selection (QBS).

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