The Legislature hereby declares that the provisions of NRS 338.1685 to 338.16995, inclusive, relating to contracts involving construction managers at risk:

1.  Are intended:

(a) To promote public confidence and trust in the contracting and bidding procedures for public works established therein;

(b) For the benefit of the public, to promote the philosophy of obtaining the best possible value as compared to low-bid contracting; and

(c) To better equip public bodies to address public works that present unique and complex construction challenges.

2.  Are not intended to be used by the State or a political subdivision of this State to:

(a) Limit competition;

(b) Discourage competitive bidding; or

(c) Engage in or allow bid-shopping.