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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

Construction Marketing

If the principal’s bond application is approved, the surety company will require the principal to sign an indemnity agreement before it will issue the bond. The indemnity agreement provides that the principal will hold the surety harmless if a claim is filed against the bond. Sign the indemnity agreement.

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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

Levelset

An architect, designer, or design-bid contractor will perform planning and engineering services for a prospective project owner, providing them with the information they need to move forward. Deep dive – Scope of Work: 6 Things Every Construction Agreement Should Include. Bidding/procurement. What is preconstruction?

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

Autodesk Construction Cloud

For this reason, construction professionals must find better ways to craft and negotiate agreements. First, there’s the prime contract, which is the agreement that sets the terms between the owner and GC. The GC then hires contractors, which is where the subcontractor agreement comes into play.

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Litigation Topics for Prime / Subcontractor Contracts

Construction Law Monitor

A good subcontractor will have his attorney review any agreement to make sure that the deal is an even one. There should be a clear provision in the contract outlining the process whereby CO’s are made and approved; Define change order – modification to work already contemplated by the agreement; (ie different materials).

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Subcontractor Default Insurance: Pros & Cons for General Contractors

Levelset

SDI helps general contractors cover the expenses that are incurred when a subcontractor fails to perform according to the terms of their agreement. In addition, SubGuard does not provide protection against mechanics liens from unpaid second-tier subs and suppliers. Include X amount of additional profit in your bid.”.

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New Contractor Business Start Up

Contractor Bookkeeping

It provides the baseline and milestones for your business and lets you make decisions in advance in the calm environment of your office instead of "on the fly" while driving, talking on your cell, eating lunch, and putting together a bid. No work should ever be performed based on verbal agreements.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

It provides the baseline and milestones for your business and lets you make decisions in advance in the calm environment of your office instead of "on the fly" while driving, talking on your cell, eating lunch, and putting together a bid. No work should ever be performed based on verbal agreements.