Federal Design-Build Symposium

Registration Is Open for the Federal Design-Build Symposium

From Authorization to Implementation

Design-build is the fastest-growing collaborative delivery method in the U.S., now used on nearly half of all design and construction projects. Owners across the public and private sectors are turning to design-build to deliver greater certainty, speed and accountability.

With the recent passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) authorizing Progressive Design-Build (PDB) for federal military construction, the federal sector is at a pivotal moment. The 2026 Federal Design-Build Symposium is where that momentum turns into action.

Join federal agencies and industry leaders for candid lessons learned, proven acquisition strategies and real-world examples of Design-Build Done Right® within the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Whether you’re implementing PDB today or preparing for what’s next, you’ll leave with the insight and direction needed to move forward with confidence:

• Complimentary Registration for Owners: Public and private Owners attend at no cost, making it easier to access critical insights, engage with peers and bring back strategies that strengthen your programs.
• Industry Day Agency Sessions: Connect directly with federal agencies planning design-build projects and gain insight into upcoming solicitations.
• Two Targeted Tracks: One path explores how to implement PDB under current authority and the other on applying Design-Build Done Right® principles within existing federal frameworks.
• General Sessions Tackling Why It Matters, How to Deliver, What Comes Next: From confronting the federal sector’s readiness for design-build to navigating a mixed-authority environment and turning insight into action, hear candid perspectives, real-world lessons and a clear path forward.
• Networking: Build connections with agency representatives and fellow industry professionals to strengthen collaboration across the federal design-build sector.
• Preconference Leadership: Building a Strong Foundation Course, Aug. 10: Register for this Collaborative Delivery Leadership Academy foundational course that equips you with the mindset and leadership skills required to successfully navigate the unique landscape of collaborative project delivery (separate registration requied).

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Be a 2026 Sponsor

The Federal Design-Build Symposium is the only federal design-build event and offers unique access to industry leaders and agency leads in the federal sector. Sponsors are uniquely positioned as design-build leaders at this important event.

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Making Connections to Deliver Successful Infrastructure Projects

Now more than ever, Owners nationwide are looking for qualified design-build teams as communities work to launch infrastructure projects. DBIA’s Federal Design-Build Symposium is perfectly timed to bring together industry and Owners to help close the gaps in time and budget facing project managers from coast to coast. DBIA was proud to welcome so many Owner agencies who attended previous Federal Symposiums.

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