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State Transportation Governance - BR.01.01.A2
BR.01.01.A2
Current/Adopted ProcedureAppendix of policies, standards, procedures and forms related to state government transportation governance.
Understanding Insurance Coverage - BR.01.01.A1
BR.01.01.A1
Current/Adopted ProcedureThis appendix contains links and content for the topics of insurance for state drivers, insurance requirements and coverage for state drivers, and insurance for contractors.
Van Management - BR.01.01.P3
BR.01.01.P3
Current/Adopted ProcedureThis procedure contains information regarding van purchases, use and rental; driver requirements, and required safety education or training for drivers.
Limited Delegation of Real Property Authority - RES.01.04.P1
RES.01.04.P1
Draft/Proposed ProcedureRCW 43.82.010(13) authorizes the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) to delegate acquisition or disposal of
real property, acquisition of leased real property, manage alterations of leased real property, and renew State
Leases and Rental Agreements, as the director deems advisable.
This procedure replaces procedures and related processes put in place by the former Department of General
Administration.
real property, acquisition of leased real property, manage alterations of leased real property, and renew State
Leases and Rental Agreements, as the director deems advisable.
This procedure replaces procedures and related processes put in place by the former Department of General
Administration.
Alternative Public Works Contracting Procedures - RCW 39.10
RCW 39.10
Current/Adopted LawAlternative public works contracting procedures may best serve the public interest if they’re implemented in an open and fair process based on objective and equitable criteria. This law authorizes certain supplemental alternative public works contracting procedures, ensures they serve the public interest, and establishes a process for evaluating them.
Antidiscrimination clauses in public contracting - RCW 49.60.530
RCW 49.60.530
Current/Adopted LawThe law requires an antidiscrimination clause in every public contract for public works or goods and services beginning Jan. 1, 2024.
Authorization of DES to fine or debar contractors - RCW 39.26.200
RCW 39.26.200
Current/Adopted LawThis RCW provides DES the authority to fine or debar.
Capitol Building Lands - RCW 79.24
RCW 79.24
Current/Adopted LawLand given to Washington state by the federal government to build public buildings at the state capitol are designated as “Capitol Building Lands.”
Contracts for Architectural and Engineering Services - RCW 39.80
RCW 39.80
Current/Adopted LawThis law creates a state policy for government agencies that requires them to publicly announce requirements for architectural and engineering services. It also explains how contracts for these services must be negotiated.
Department of Enterprise Services - RCW 43.19
RCW 43.19
Current/Adopted Law The department of enterprise services was created to centralize leadership and efficiently and cost-effectively manage resources to support state government's delivery of services. The mission of the department is to implement a world-class, customer-focused organization that provides valued products and services to government and state residents.
Office of Risk Management - RCW 4.92
RCW 4.92
Current/Adopted LawThis law was passed to reduce tort claim costs by restructuring Washington's risk management program.
Prevailing Wages on Public Works - RCW 39.12
RCW 39.12
Current/Adopted LawLocal government contractors and subcontractors must pay prevailing wages to workers on public works and maintenance contracts.
Procurement of Goods & Services - RCW 39.26
RCW 39.26
Current/Adopted LawRCW 39.26 provides state law regarding the procurement of goods and services by state government entities.
Provisions in Buildings for Aged and Handicapped Persons - RCW 70.92
RCW 70.92
Current/Adopted LawBuildings built with public or private funds must be built with special provisions for people who are elderly and people with disabilities.
Public Works - RCW 39.04
RCW 39.04
Current/Adopted LawPublic works include work, construction, alteration, repair, or improvements made by the state or municipalities. All public works including maintenance performed by contract must comply with RCW 39.12.
Purchase of spoken language interpreter services - RCW 39.26.300
RCW 39.26.300
Current/Adopted LawRequirements for purchase of spoken language interpreter services—when authorized.
Recycled Product Procurement - RCW 43.19A
RCW 43.19A
Current/Adopted LawThis chapter contains guidance and directions for local governments and public agencies to increase recycled product procurement.
Revised Code of Washington (RCW) - 43.19.1919
43.19.1919
Current/Adopted LawThe department shall sell or exchange personal property belonging to the state for which the agency, office, department, or educational institution having custody thereof has no further use, at public or private sale, and cause the moneys realized from the sale of any such property to be paid into the fund from which such property was purchased or, if such fund no longer exists, into the state general fund.
State Agency Housing - RCW 43.82
RCW 43.82
Current/Adopted LawThis law provides authority to the Department of Enterprise Services to acquire real estate for state agencies and other entities as described.
State Building Code - RCW 19.27
RCW 19.27
Current/Adopted LawThis law describes the State Building Code Act and is designed to promote the health, safety, and welfare of residents and users of buildings in Washington state.