Illinois Statutes Chapter 30. Finance § 500/33-30. Contract Negotiation

(a) The Board shall prepare a written description of the scope of the proposed services to be used as a basis for negotiations and shall negotiate a contract with the highest ranked construction management firm at compensation that the Board determines in writing to be fair and reasonable. In making this decision, the Board shall take into account the estimated value, scope, complexity, and nature of the services to be rendered. In no case may the Board establish a payment formula designed to eliminate firms from contention or restrict competition or negotiation of fees.

(b) If the Board is unable to negotiate a satisfactory contract with the firm that is highest ranked, negotiations with that firm shall be terminated. The Board shall then begin negotiations with the firm that is next highest ranked. If the Board is unable to negotiate a satisfactory contract with that firm, negotiations with that firm shall be terminated. The Board shall then begin negotiations with the firm that is next highest ranked.

(c) If the Board is unable to negotiate a satisfactory contract with any of the selected firms, the Board shall re-evaluate the construction management services requested, including the estimated value, scope, complexity, and fee requirements. The Board shall then compile a list of not less than 3 prequalified firms and proceed in accordance with the provisions of this Act.