Dave Triplett, DBIA, and Laura Stagner, FAIA, PMP, DBIA, talk federal procurement, QBS and progressive design-build
Progressive design-build continues gaining traction across the federal market, bringing new opportunities for collaboration, innovation and project success. As more federal agencies explore the delivery method, attention moves to the practical realities of implementation and what agencies need to prepare for successful PDB projects.
In the latest episode of the Design-Build Delivers Podcast, host Erin Looney chats with David Triplett, DBIA, of the FBI and Laura Stagner, FAIA, PMP, DBIA, (Retired) of GSA to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping federal progressive design-build today.
The conversation examines the factors affecting federal PDB momentum, common misconceptions that can derail projects and the organizational readiness required to make collaborative delivery methods successful. The episode also highlights DBIA’s forthcoming Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) Deeper Dive and an accompanying AI-powered tutorial designed to help agencies translate guidance into practice.
Whether you’re evaluating project delivery options, navigating federal procurement requirements or simply trying to understand where PDB is headed next, Triplett and Stagner offer practical insights from their wealth of experience in a uniquely challenging sector.
Guests in this Episode
David Triplett, DBIA
Chief Contracting Officer
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
David Triplett is the Chief Constructing Officer of the Facilities Acquisition Unit in the Procurement Section of the FBI’s Finance and Facilities Division. Prior to that time, Dave served as a Contracting Officer supporting a number of large construction projects for the FBI. He also serves on DBIA’s Board of Directors.
Laura Stagner, FAIA, PMP, DBIA
US General Services Administration, Office of Design and Construction
Laura Stagner retired from the General Services Administration as Assistant Commissioner in the Office of Design and Construction. Under her leadership, the department developed processes designed to better manage project risk. She has served on DBIA’s Board of Directors since 2019.
Beyond the Buzz: Implementing Progressive Design-Build in the Federal Market
Resources
Chapters
00:00 – Why Federal Progressive Design-Build Is Gaining Momentum
05:36 – New Guidance on Qualifications-Based Selection
09:07 – Using AI to Operationalize PDB Guidance
13:04 – What Makes Agencies Successful in PDB?
15:28 – Design-Build Done Right Across Federal Procurement
19:48 – What Breaks Down When Collaboration Breaks Down
23:00 – Is Progressive Design-Build the Right Fit?
26:46 – Common PDB Misconceptions and Final Takeaways
The Design-Build Delivers Podcast is sponsored by ARKANCE, an Autodesk Platinum Partner. Learn more at arkance.us/dbia.
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