IC 8-23-9.5-22: Cost estimates; mutually acceptable contract terms

Sec. 22. (a) The department and a CMGC or PDB selected under section 18 of this chapter shall independently perform estimates of the cost of construction services.

(b) The department and the CMGC or PDB shall endeavor to negotiate mutually acceptable contract terms for construction services.

(c) If the department is unable to negotiate mutually acceptable contract terms as described in subsection (b), the department may:

(1) advertise the proposal for the project;

(2) accept additional bids; and

(3) award a contract for construction services;

in accordance with IC 8-23-9 and IC 8-23-10.