Project Labor Agreement Data Collection
ID: W912P525XDATAType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUSACE

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is conducting a data collection initiative focused on Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) within the construction industry. The primary objective is to gather insights through a questionnaire that explores the use and impact of PLAs, including their effects on project scheduling, costs, quality, and labor relations. This effort aims to inform future policies and practices regarding PLAs, which are significant in managing labor relations and project execution in large construction projects. Interested participants are encouraged to complete the attached questionnaire and submit it to Samantha Bautch at samantha.d.bautch@usace.army.mil by 1:00 PM Central Time on October 8, 2024, ensuring that their responses remain anonymous if desired.

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    Samantha BAUTCH
    (615) 736-2020
    samantha.d.bautch@usace.army.mil
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    PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENT QUESTIONNAIRE.pdf
    The Project Labor Agreement (PLA) Questionnaire is designed to gather insights on the use and impact of PLAs in construction projects. Respondents can identify their affiliation—such as government, labor union, or contractor—and are encouraged to provide their contact details for follow up. The questionnaire comprises several key questions regarding experiences with PLAs, including their effects on project scheduling, costs, and quality, as well as the impact on relationships between labor unions and contractors. It also inquires whether respondents feel that PLAs have helped resolve labor disputes and if they consider them advantageous for large construction projects. Participants are asked to share how their organizations have adapted to evolving government policies pertaining to PLAs. Completed questionnaires must be submitted to a designated email by October 8, 2024. The document serves as a means for gathering stakeholder feedback on the effectiveness of PLAs, aiming to inform future policies and practices within the scope of federal government initiatives.
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