California SB33 amends the Public Contract Code to establish procedures for resolving claims related to public works projects.

California SB33 amends Section 9204 of the Public Contract Code to establish procedures for resolving claims related to public works projects. The bill requires public entities to respond to claims within 45 days, identifying disputed and undisputed portions. Undisputed portions must be paid within 60 days. Disputed portions are subject to nonbinding mediation. The bill applies to contracts entered into on or after January 1, 2017, and includes provisions for subcontractors to present claims on behalf of others.

California SB33 amends the Public Contract Code to establish procedures for resolving claims related to public works projects.

California SB33 amends Section 9204 of the Public Contract Code to establish procedures for resolving claims related to public works projects. The bill requires public entities to respond to claims within 45 days, identifying disputed and undisputed portions. Undisputed portions must be paid within 60 days. Disputed portions are subject to nonbinding mediation. The bill applies to contracts entered into on or after January 1, 2017, and includes provisions for subcontractors to present claims on behalf of others.