We seek to advance the development and rehabilitation of water and wastewater systems through the sound use of design-build services. We will fulfill this mission by working with all stakeholders and by undertaking independent research to define and disseminate those best practices that facilitate a productive and collaborative relationship between service providers and public and rate-regulated utility owners. Above all, these best practices should enable owners to realize the full value of design build: superior design and construction, speed, cost savings, and focused accountability.