About the Division 1 Committee
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide Division 1 General Special Provisions (GSPs), bidding/contracting forms, and best practices, to help Local Agencies bid and administer public works projects when using the WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications as a base. To do that, we:
- Learn – Network and gather information on Local Agency current practices, concerns, and needs; current public works procurement and administration issues; and current and pending related laws and regulations.
- Develop tools – Develop, write, and publish GSPs that complement Division 1 of the Standard Specifications; select bidding and contracting forms, information, and checklists; and select Best Practices. We also pursue approval of these tools for use on FHWA-funded projects.
- Share and teach – Share pertinent and timely information and promote discussion through webinars, CAEC workshops, APWA Conference sessions, or other means.
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| Chair: Diane Sheesley Perteet (206) 436-0515 diane.sheesley@perteet.com |
Vice-Chair: Sam Therres Snohomish County (425) 262-2709 sam.therres@co.snohomish.wa.us |
Web Page: Kate Molleson Perteet kate.molleson@perteet.com |
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The Division 1 Committee meets 5-6 times a year with at least one meeting in person.
Meeting Notes: Fall 2025 APWA WA Conference | Yakima, WA We will be holding a session on “2026 WSDOT/APWA specifications changes – Divisions 1-4”. That will be followed by a more in-depth class in December through CAEC. We will follow up with in person training across the state put on by various committee members throughout the state in January through March 2026. If an agency would like to have the class hosted at their location, they should email the email address below to reach the committee. We will post class dates and locations as they are finalized. Committee email: specifications.apwa.wa@gmail.com |