Another State noted that the regulations applicable to "traditional" Federal-aid projects do not include any procurement requirements relating to subcontracts. The need to allow the prime contractor flexibility in subcontracting is even more critical for public-private partnerships because of the likelihood that the developer will want to enter into contracts with its team members. However, the design-build rule requires developers to follow the same procurement rules that apply to State highway departments procuring prime contracts, with exceptions that may not be applicable to certain projects. As a result, special approval is required in order to allow these projects to proceed.[360]