Rolling Back 1987 Rules to Simplify Federal Highway Contracts
Published Date: 5/30/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The government is rolling back old rules from 1987 that required specific contract terms for federal-aid construction projects (except Appalachian ones). This change affects contractors and agencies working on these projects by giving them more flexibility and cutting red tape. The update kicks in once finalized, aiming to save time and money on future federal construction deals.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Rescinding 1987 Contract Requirements
FHWA is proposing to rescind the October 2, 1987 'Required Contract Provisions' for federal‑aid construction contracts, except Appalachian contracts. If you are a contractor or a contracting business, this change gives you and contracting agencies more flexibility, is meant to cut red tape, and aims to save time and money on future federal construction deals once the rescission is finalized.
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