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(1) compile information related to advanced 
modeling technologies, including industry best prac-
tices with respect to the use of the technologies; 
(2) disseminate to non-Federal interests the in-
formation described in paragraph (1); and 
(3) promote the use of advanced modeling tech-
nologies. 
(c) 
ADVANCED
MODELING
TECHNOLOGY
DE-
FINED.—In this section, the term ‘‘advanced modeling 
technology’’ means an available or developing technology, 
including 3-dimensional digital modeling, that can expe-
dite project delivery for or improve the evaluation of water 
resources development projects that receive Federal fund-
ing by— 
(1) accelerating and improving the environ-
mental review process; 
(2) increasing effective public participation; 
(3) enhancing the detail and accuracy of project 
designs; 
(4) increasing safety; 
(5) accelerating construction and reducing con-
struction costs; or 
(6) otherwise achieving such purposes. 
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SEC. 130. ENHANCED USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMERCE IN 
FEDERAL PROCUREMENT. 
(a) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after the date 
of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to 
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of 
the House of Representatives and the Committee on Envi-
ronment and Public Works of the Senate a report describ-
ing the Secretary’s actions to carry out section 2301 of 
title 41, United States Code, regarding the use of elec-
tronic commerce in Federal procurement. 
(b) CONTENTS.—The report submitted under sub-
section (a) shall include, with respect to the 2 fiscal years 
most recently ended before the fiscal year in which the 
report is submitted— 
(1) an identification of the number, type, and 
dollar value of procurement solicitations with respect 
to which the public was permitted to respond to the 
solicitation electronically, which shall differentiate 
between solicitations that allowed full or partial elec-
tronic submission; 
(2) an analysis of the information provided 
under paragraph (1) and actions that could be taken 
by the Secretary to refine and improve the use of 
electronic submission for procurement solicitation re-
sponses; 
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(3) an analysis of the potential benefits of and 
obstacles to implementing fuller use of electronic 
submission for procurement solicitation responses, 
including with respect to cost savings, error reduc-
tion, paperwork reduction, increased bidder partici-
pation, and competition, and expanded use of elec-
tronic bid data collection for cost-effective contract 
management and timely reporting; and 
(4) an analysis of the options and technologies 
available to facilitate expanded implementation of 
electronic submission for procurement solicitation re-
sponses and the suitability of each option and tech-
nology for contracts of various types and sizes. 
SEC. 131. CORROSION PREVENTION. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—To the greatest extent practicable, 
the Secretary shall encourage and incorporate corrosion 
prevention activities at water resources development 
projects. 
(b) ACTIVITIES.—In carrying out subsection (a), the 
Secretary, to the greatest extent practicable, shall ensure 
that contractors performing work for water resources de-
velopment projects— 
(1) use best practices to carry out corrosion 
prevention activities in the field; 
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(2) use industry recognized standards and cor-
rosion mitigation and prevention methods when— 
(A) determining protective coatings; 
(B) selecting materials; and 
(C) determining methods of cathodic pro-
tection, design, and engineering for corrosion 
prevention; 
(3) use certified coating application specialists 
and cathodic protection technicians and engineers; 
(4) use best practices in environmental protec-
tion to prevent environmental degradation, and to 
ensure careful handling of all hazardous materials; 
(5) demonstrate a history of employing indus-
try-certified inspectors to ensure adherence to best 
practices and standards; and 
(6) demonstrate a history of compliance with 
applicable requirements of the Occupational Safety 
and Health Administration. 
(c) 
CORROSION
PREVENTION
ACTIVITIES
DE-
FINED.—In this section, the term ‘‘corrosion prevention 
activities’’ means— 
(1) the application and inspection of protective 
coatings for complex work involving steel and cemen-
titious structures, including structures that will be 
exposed in immersion; 
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(2) the installation, testing, and inspection of 
cathodic protection systems; and 
(3) any other activities related to corrosion pre-
vention the Secretary determines appropriate. 
SEC. 132. RESILIENT CONSTRUCTION AND USE OF INNOVA-
TIVE MATERIALS. 
The Secretary, to the extent practicable, shall encour-
age the use of durable, resilient, and sustainable materials 
and practices, including the use of geosynthetic materials, 
advanced composites, and innovative technologies, in car-
rying out the activities of the Corps of Engineers. 
SEC. 133. ASSESSMENT OF WATER SUPPLY IN ARID RE-
GIONS. 
(a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall conduct an 
assessment of the management practices, priorities, and 
authorized purposes at Corps of Engineers reservoirs in 
arid regions to determine the effects of such practices, pri-
orities, and purposes on water supply during periods of 
drought. 
(b) REPORT.—Not later than 1 year after the date 
of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to 
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of 
the House of Representatives and the Committee on Envi-
ronment and Public Works of the Senate a report on the 
results of the assessment. 
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