Definitions

The following terms used in 945 CMR 3.00 have the meanings given in 945 CMR 3.03, unless the context clearly requires another meaning. Application to Proceed, the notification and information submitted to the Office of the Inspector General in order to receive a Notice to Proceed to use the design build delivery method. Awarding Authority, as defined by M.G.L. c. 149A, § 15, except exempt agencies as defined by M.G.L. c. 149A, § 16(d). Notice to Proceed, the writtenapproval issued by the Inspector General based on the Procedures and a review of information submitted in the application to proceed that an awarding authority has met the requirements as prescribed by the Inspector General and may proceed to use the design build delivery method for a specific public works project. Inspector General, or Office of the Inspector General, independent state agency. Procedures, the written requirements as may be prescribed by the Inspector General, including standards, policies, and procedures for receiving a Notice to Proceed to use the design build delivery method. Written Determination, a written determination by an awarding authority that the awarding authority has determined that the use of design build is appropriate for the public works project and the reasons for the determination.