Texas has very broad authority to use design-build for public procurement of public projects.
2007 legislation:
HB 447
The bill relates to contracts by governmental entities for construction projects and related professional services and to public works performance and payment bonds.
Introduced 01/03/2007
HB 1886
The bill relates to the procurement methods of certain political subdivisions and certain other entities for the construction, rehabilitation, alteration, or repair of certain projects. The bill authorizes design-build for certain civil works projects.
Introduced: 2/23/2007
Signed into law:6/15/2007
HB 3753
The bill relates to procurement methods of certain water utility systems for the design, construction, and operation of certain facilities. The bill allows the use of design-build.
Introduced: 3/09/2007
SB 356
Companion bill to HB 447
Introduced: 1/29/2007