Section 1602-Q.3. Definitions.
The following words and phrases when used in this article shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Alternative technical concept" or "ATC." A proposed variance from the contractual requirements or request for proposals that is equal to or better than the requirements in the request for proposals document.
"Commission." The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
"Design build best value." The source selection method other than competitive sealed proposals in 62 Pa.C.S. § 513 (relating to competitive sealed proposals), as described in section 1603-Q.3, which may be used by the commission acting as the purchasing agency, as an alternative to competitive sealed bidding and competitive sealed proposals.
"Offeror." An entity that submits a proposal in response to a request for proposals or request for qualifications.
"Project." The design and construction of a highway or bridge, or both, by the commission.
"Request for proposals." All documents, including those either attached or incorporated by reference, used for soliciting proposals.
"Request for qualifications." All documents, including those either attached or incorporated by reference, used for soliciting statements of qualifications.
"Responsible offeror." An entity that has submitted a responsive statement of qualifications to a request for qualifications or responsive proposal to a request for proposals and that possesses the capability to fully perform the contract requirements in all respects and the integrity and reliability to assure good faith performance as determined by the commission.
"Responsive proposal." A proposal which conforms in all material respects to the requirements and criteria in the request for proposals.
"Shortlisted offeror." An offeror that may qualify for a stipend because of the offeror's score, ranking or rating after submittal of the statement of qualifications.
"Statement of qualifications." An offeror's response to the commission, after the commission issues a request for qualifications.
(1602-Q.3 added July 12, 2026, P.L.265, No.21)