ACEC/MA Presents on Benefits of QBS at MassDOT Innovation Conference
QBS Panel Presenters From Left: Maureen Chlebek (McMahon, a Bowman Company), Bob Galvin (Galvin and Galvin, PC), MassDOT Deputy Highway Administrator and Chief Engineer Carrie Lavallee, Erik Atkins (McFarland Johnson)
PDF of QBS Presentation
On May 2, 2023, ACEC/MA QBS Committee Co-Chairs Maureen Chlebek and Erik Atkins organized a panel presentation on the value of Qualifications Based Selection for MassDOT's 2023 Innovation Conference: ACEC Panel: Getting the Most Bang for your Engineering Bucks
Moderator: Erik Atkins, McFarland Johnson
Presenters:
Maureen Chlebek, McMahon, a Bowman Company
Carrie Lavallee, Deputy Highway Administrator and Chief Engineer, MassDOT Highway
Robert Galvin, Attorney representing municipalities, Galvin and Galvin, PC
In this packed panel session, the panel delved into the benefits of using Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) for procuring Architectural and Engineering (A&E) services, focusing on maximizing the long-term benefits of public projects. Our expert panelists discussed the QBS procurement process, its legal mandate, and how it emphasizes experience and technical expertise over the lowest cost. Drawing from a recent ACEC study, the audience learned how to optimize engineering procurement and make informed decisions that can significantly impact the construction and life cycle costs of public projects.
Great job team!