An Act to repeal 84.01 (33) (bm), 84.062 (1) (b), 84.062 (1) (c), 84.062 (1) (d), 84.062 (1) (dm), 84.062 (1) (h), (i), (j) and (k), 84.062 (1) (n), (o) and (q), 84.062 (2) (b), 84.062 (2) (d) and (e), 84.062 (3) (d), 84.062 (5) to (9) and 84.062 (13) and (14); to renumber and amend 84.062 (1) (a); to amend 84.013 (2m), 84.0145 (4), 84.062 (1) (L), 84.062 (1) (m), 84.062 (2) (a), 84.062 (3) (a) (intro.), 84.062 (3) (a) 2., 84.062 (3) (a) 3., 84.062 (3) (a) 4., 84.062 (3) (b), 84.062 (10) (a), 84.062 (10) (b), 84.062 (11) (a) (intro.), 84.062 (11) (a) 1., 84.062 (11) (a) 2., 84.062 (11) (a) 3., 84.062 (11) (b) and 84.062 (11) (c); to repeal and recreate 84.062 (2) (title) and 84.062 (4); to create 84.062 (1) (ae), 84.062 (1) (bm), 84.062 (1) (er), 84.062 (1) (Lm), 84.062 (1) (mn), 84.062 (2) (c), 84.062 (3) (cm), 84.062 (3) (e), 84.062 (11) (d), 84.062 (11) (e), 84.062 (11) (f) and 84.062 (15) of the statutes; Relating to: alternative delivery of projects contracted by the Department of Transportation. (FE)
Sponsored By: Dan Feyen (Republican), Sarah Keyeski (Democratic), Howard Marklein (Republican), Melissa Ratcliff (Democratic), Mark Spreitzer (Democratic), Patrick Testin (Republican)
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 5 mixed.
New DOT bidding rules and payments
For design-build jobs, every qualified bidder gets at least 0.3% of the DOT’s estimated design and construction cost. DOT pays the fee within 90 days after key steps, like a notice of intent to award or contract signing. If DOT pays the fee, it may use work from losing bids; if a bidder waives the fee, DOT cannot use that bidder’s work. Bidding mainly uses a two‑phase process under federal rules; single‑phase is allowed only when DOT finds two‑phase not suitable. A five‑member review committee with conflict‑of‑interest limits runs closed meetings, and records stay confidential until DOT names the winner. Only pre‑approved alternative technical concepts are allowed, and DOT may award a contract only if it receives at least two proposals.
Allowed and banned DOT delivery methods
The law defines what counts as an alternative project delivery method that can receive federal funds. It also defines the construction manager–general contractor and progressive design‑build methods. But DOT may not award contracts under this section using CM‑GC or progressive design‑build. Firms must bid using the methods that remain allowed under these rules.
Old DOT design-build rules repealed
The law removes many older provisions that governed design‑build and alternative delivery. It repeals multiple definitions, subsections, and requirements from the prior framework. This cleans up and reshapes how DOT can structure future procurements. Contractors should review new rules and expect updated terms and processes.
Indexed cap on alternative delivery spending
DOT can set aside up to $300 million each two‑year budget for alternative delivery projects. Payments on joint interstate projects do not count toward this cap, and unused amounts do not carry forward. Starting in 2026, DOT updates the $300 million amount each year for construction cost changes and cannot lower it. Each October 1, DOT also adjusts certain other highway dollar amounts using its Construction Cost Index.
Pilot allows six design-build awards
DOT can run a small pilot for design‑build projects using alternative delivery. It may award up to six contracts under this pilot. This creates a limited new chance for qualified firms to win work.
Contractor liability and design service rules
Design‑build contractors remain responsible for third‑party claims and for damage to state or local property. The law also says design work by architects and engineers in these contracts is a service, not a product. This sets clear expectations for liability and contract terms.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
Dan Feyen
Republican • Senate
Sarah Keyeski
Democratic • Senate
Howard Marklein
Republican • Senate
Melissa Ratcliff
Democratic • Senate
Mark Spreitzer
Democratic • Senate
Patrick Testin
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
Alex Dallman
Republican • House
Barbara Dittrich
Republican • House
Russell Goodwin
Democratic • House
Jenna Jacobson
Democratic • House
Dean Kaufert
Republican • House
Daniel Knodl
Republican • House
Dave Maxey
Republican • House
Clint Moses
Republican • House
David Murphy
Republican • House
Jerry O'Connor
Republican • House
Sylvia Ortiz-Velez
Democratic • House
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
Published 3-21-2026
3/20/2026SenateReport approved by the Governor on 3-20-2026. 2025 Wisconsin Act 104
3/20/2026SenatePresented to the Governor on 3-18-2026
3/18/2026SenateRepresentative J. Jacobson added as a cosponsor
2/9/2026SenateReport correctly enrolled
1/16/2026SenateLRB correction
1/16/2026SenateReceived from Assembly concurred in
1/14/2026SenateOrdered immediately messaged
1/13/2026HouseRead a third time and concurred in
1/13/2026HouseRules suspended
1/13/2026HouseOrdered to a third reading
1/13/2026HouseRead a second time
1/13/2026HouseRules suspended to withdraw from calendar and take up
1/13/2026HousePlaced on calendar 1-13-2026 by Committee on Rules
1/8/2026HouseRead first time and referred to committee on Rules
1/7/2026HouseReceived from Senate
11/19/2025HouseOrdered immediately messaged
11/18/2025SenateRead a third time and passed
11/18/2025SenateRules suspended to give bill its third reading
11/18/2025SenateOrdered to a third reading
11/18/2025SenateSenate Amendment 1 adopted
11/18/2025SenateRead a second time
11/18/2025SenatePlaced on calendar 11-18-2025 pursuant to Senate Rule 18(1)
11/14/2025SenateFiscal estimate received
11/10/2025SenateAvailable for scheduling
11/10/2025Senate
Bill Text
Senate Amendment 1
11/10/2025
Bill Text
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