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Job Order Contracting in Canada

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Typical contract provisions will guarantee a very small amount of work ($25,000 to $50,000) but provide clear opportunity in the form of an annual maximum ($2 million to $5+ million) creating an incentive for the contractor to perform well to achieve maximum contract volume and thus profitability. RSMeans Strategic Partner.

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Using RSMeans Cost Data for Job Order Contracting – JOC – October 2013

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The actual work performed in a JOC contract is often subcontracted, enhancing opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses and allowing some small companies to get their first opportunity to do government work. Long term dependable relationships between owners and contractors can be developed. RSMeans Strategic Partner.

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Job Order Contract – Frequently Asked Questions

Job Order Contracting

facility or infrastructure (road, bridges, airports, mass transit, utility…) renovation, repair, sustainability, maintenance, and minor new construction projects. A co-efficient should incorporate the contractor’s profit and any other costs/contingencies as stipulated for the particular JOC.

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Things Contractors Should Know About Job Order Contracts

Job Order Contracting

Will you earn a reasonable profit? prison, airport, court house) work and after-hours work will need to be included in the books, or otherwise provided for. unless you have thoroughly reviewed all factors involved and have determined that there are extenuating circumstances and that a reasonable profit is likely attainable.

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What You Need to KNOW about Job Order Contracting

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prison, airport, court house) work and after-hours work will need to be included in the books, or otherwise provided for. unless you have thoroughly reviewed all factors involved and have determined that there are extenuating circumstances and that a reasonable profit is likely attainable. Subcontracting: Do’s.

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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023

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Rob enhanced profitability and supported Bartlett Cocke's overall business objectives by driving innovation and efficiency into existing processes. I've worked with Jonathan at two different electrical subcontracting firms, and at both jobs, he has been an innovation leader.

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DBE: How To Grow Your Disadvantaged Business Enterprise The Smart Way

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In short, a DBE is a for-profit small business where socially and economically disadvantaged individuals own at least a 51% interest and also control management and daily business operations. Another problem is that DBEs often have to subcontract with larger firms. “But I want to grow my business,” was his response. What Is DBE?