Revised Code of Washington
2024 Archive

Chapter 39.04 RCW
PUBLIC WORKS
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39.04.010Definitions.
39.04.015Adjustment to bid priceConditions.
39.04.020Plans and specificationsEstimatesPublicationEmergencies.
39.04.040Work to be executed according to plansSupplemental plans.
39.04.050Contents of original estimates.
39.04.060Supplemental estimates.
39.04.070Account and record of cost.
39.04.080Certified copy to be filedEngineers' certificate.
39.04.100Records open to public inspectionCertified copies.
39.04.105Competitive biddingWritten protestsNotice of contract execution.
39.04.107Competitive biddingBidder claiming error.
39.04.110Penalty for false entries.
39.04.120Change orders due to environmental protection requirementsCostsDispute resolution.
39.04.130Application of RCW 39.04.120.
39.04.133State capital improvement or construction projectsProduct standards.
39.04.135Demolition projectsRecycling or reuse of materials.
39.04.151Small works rosterState agencies, authorized local governments may establishMunicipal research and services centerRules.
39.04.152Uniform small works roster provisionsInvitations for bidsRetainage, performance bondsBid quotationsList of small works contracts awarded.
39.04.154Capital projects advisory review boardReviewRecommendations.
39.04.160Contracts subject to requirements established under office of minority and women's business enterprises.
39.04.162Awards of procurement contracts to veteran-owned businesses.
39.04.170Application of chapter to performance-based contracts for energy equipment.
39.04.175Application of chapter to certain agreements relating to water pollution control, solid waste handling facilities.
39.04.180Trench excavationsSafety systems required.
39.04.190Purchase contract processOther than formal sealed bidding.
39.04.200Small works roster or purchase contractsListing of contracts awarded required.
39.04.210Correctional facilities construction and repairFindings.
39.04.220Correctional facilities construction and repairUse of general contractor/construction manager method for awarding contractsDemonstration projects.
39.04.230Correctional facilities construction and repairAlternative contracting method to remain in force until contracts completed.
39.04.235Public works contractsUnit priced contractsWhen authorizedBidding requirements.
39.04.240Public works contractsAwarding of attorneys' fees.
39.04.250Payments received on account of work performed by subcontractorDisputed amountsRemedies.
39.04.260Private construction performed pursuant to contract for rental, lease, or purchase by stateMust comply with prevailing wage law.
39.04.270Electronic data processing and telecommunications systemsMunicipalitiesAcquisition methodCompetitive negotiationFindings, intent.
39.04.280Competitive bidding requirementsExemptions.
39.04.290Contracts for building engineering systems.
39.04.300Apprenticeship training programsPurpose.
39.04.310Apprenticeship training programsDefinitions.
39.04.320Apprenticeship training programsPublic works contractsAdjustment of specific projectsReport and collection of agency dataApprenticeship utilization advisory committee created.
39.04.330Use of wood productsCompliance with chapter 39.35D RCW.
39.04.340Apprenticeship and training council outreach effort.
39.04.350Bidder responsibility criteriaSworn statementSupplemental criteria.
39.04.360Payment of undisputed claimsChange ordersCivil actions for violations.
39.04.370Contract requirementsOff-site prefabricated itemsSubmission of information.
39.04.380Nonresident contractors.
39.04.400Repair or replacement of structurally deficient bridges.
39.04.410Public works projectsPollinator habitat.
39.04.420Signage for 988 national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.
39.04.430Prompt paymentCapital projects advisory review boardReviewRecommendations.
39.04.440Prompt paymentCapital projects advisory review boardConsiderations.
39.04.900Rights may not be waivedConstruction1992 c 223.
39.04.901Application1992 c 223.
NOTES:
Buildings, earthquake standards for construction: Chapter 70.86 RCW.
Counties, purchasing departments, competitive bids: RCW 36.32.235 through 36.32.270.
County road equipment and materials: RCW 36.82.100 through 36.82.120.
County roads and bridgesPlans, approval, bids, etc.: Chapter 36.77 RCW.
Liens for labor, materials, taxes on public works: Chapter 60.28 RCW.
MunicipalitiesEnergy audits and efficiency: RCW 43.19.691.
Port district contracts: Chapter 53.08 RCW.
Public buildings, provision to be made for aged and individuals with disabilities: Chapter 70.92 RCW.
Second-class city or town, public contracts: RCW 35.23.352.
State highway construction and maintenance: Chapter 47.28 RCW.
Suppression of competitive bidding on public works, penalty: RCW 9.18.120 through 9.18.150.
Traffic control at worksites: RCW 47.36.200.
Workers' compensation law applicable to contracts for public works: RCW 51.12.050, 51.12.070.