1-7- ATTACHMENT F- 3.27 Const Procurement Min Standards Ordinance.pdf

Salt Lake County Ordinance No. 1866 is a legislative document establishing construction procurement minimum standards for contractors and subcontractors on county building improvement and public works projects. The ordinance, adopted on December 3, 2019, applies to qualifying projects executed by Salt Lake County on or after January 1, 2020, specifically for building improvements and public works projects where the contract exceeds $3,000,000.00. The ordinance outlines specific requirements for bidders, including providing qualified health insurance coverage for employees and dependents, maintaining a drug and alcohol testing policy, and implementing a safety program compliant with Utah Occupational Safety and Health (UOSH) standards.

The key provisions mandate that bidders submit certifications demonstrating compliance with these minimum standards, with failure to do so resulting in being deemed non-responsive. The ordinance includes provisions for contract enforcement, such as the county's ability to audit contractor compliance, request recertification, and impose financial penalties for non-compliance. Contractors must require subcontractors with bids over $1,000,000 to meet the same standards, and continued failure to maintain these standards may be considered a breach of contract. The ordinance provides some exceptions, such as emergency repairs and projects subject to specific grant requirements, and is designed to promote workforce health, safety, and the economic vitality of Salt Lake County.