BCCA Official Statement on Construction Projects Procurement Act

March 13, 2026

On March 5, 2026, Kiel Giddens, MLA for Prince George – Mackenzie and Critic for Labour, introduced the Construction Projects Procurement Act, a Private Member’s Bill aimed at restoring fair and open procurement on public construction projects in British Columbia.

BCCA has a long history of advocating for fair and open public procurement. Publicly funded infrastructure projects should be accessible to all qualified participants in the construction sector, regardless of labour affiliation. At a time when BC is facing significant skilled labour shortages, it is especially important that governments do not limit who can participate in building critical public infrastructure.

Competitive and transparent procurement helps maximize participation across the construction workforce and deliver better value for taxpayers. We support initiatives that strengthen fair and open tendering and ensure that public projects are awarded based on merit, safety, and the ability to deliver value for taxpayers.

Modernizing public procurement remains a key priority for BCCA as we continue to advocate for fair, open, and competitive processes that support BC’s construction industry.

Click here to learn more about BCCA’s ongoing advocacy on behalf of BC’s construction industry.

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