l bind all contractors and subcontractors on the construction project through the inclusion of appropriate specifications in all relevant solicitation provisions and contract documents;
l allow all contractors and subcontractors to compete for contracts and subcontracts without regard to whether they are otherwise parties to collective bargaining agreements;
l contain guarantees against strikes, lockouts, and similar job disruptions;
l set forth effective, prompt, and mutually binding procedures for resolving labor disputes arising during the project labor agreement;
l provide other mechanisms for labor-management cooperation on matters of mutual interest and concern, including productivity, quality of work, safety, and health; and
l fully conform to all statutes, regulations, and executive orders.
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