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Alabama Highway Department , a highway contractor tried to withdraw its bid on public contract and have its bid bond returned after it made a mistake on a its written proposal. In its bid submission for a bridge construction project in Mobile County, the contractor had listed a total bid amount of $1,119,609. ” The contractor mistakenly left out the word “Thousand” from its written bid. Contractors make mistakes with words. MORE
Competitive bids are essential in winning construction contracts, but making them competitive might require adjusting the estimate. In construction, there is a natural and continual conflict between thorough estimates and turning in competitive bids. Construction Finance construction bids Google+. MORE
Indicted individuals allegedly inflated subs' bids, falsified work orders and more to extort roughly $15 million during a renovation of the media company's New York City offices MORE
State of Alaska , the Alaska Supreme Court reviewed whether the State could find that a bidder whose bid exceeded the 10-page limit for bids could nonetheless be awarded the contract in question. In our house of chaos, rules are especially important. MORE
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. Construction Management Construction Project Tips bid proposal bidding bids Construction Projects tenders winning projects MORE
Dear Mr. Ethics, We are bidding a project that is located in a different state than our office. The bid documents and contract requires us to warrant we are licensed in the project state. Does our bidding without a license violate any laws or codes of ethics? Dear Paul, I am not sure if you are violating any laws but your bidding without the required license seems to constitute a lie. I think your intent to bid is unethical. MORE
Southeast project news from Dodge Data & Analytics MORE
Bids on projects in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia MORE
The legislation was spurred by a study that found that from 2005 to 2010, state schools wasted more than $100 million in taxpayer dollars on roofing through cooperative purchasing instead of competitive bidding MORE
Intense bidding competition is driving prices so low that contractors cannot both make a profit and perform quality work. I was recently on LinkedIn and noticed a question in one of the group forums asking readers to identify the biggest problem facing construction businesses today. MORE
Effective communication and trust are keys to productive relationships with local and federal officials MORE
Co-contractors Mortenson Construction and the McCarthy Building Company held a kickoff meeting last Thursday in Las Vegas to announce the first of six procurement bid requests to begin July 3 and finalize by the end of the month. MORE
One of the biggest stumbling blocks, though, is often at the beginning of a project – during bidding – but there are key areas to avoid in order to make sure your teams stay on track. All of these expenses are important to include for your bid to be accurate. MORE
It followed the typical bidding process. Many bid on the central power plant. Few submitted bids for the interim solution. CK Power bid, won and delivered a solution for both. MORE
But contractors don’t have to move at the speed of state bureaucracy when pursuing new opportunities, and they shouldn’t have to miss a bidding opportunity over government licenses and permits. Regulatory Requirements Before Bidding. Hazards of Unlicensed Bidding. MORE
Dear Mr. Ethics, We are bidding a project that is located in a different state than our office. The bid documents and contract requires us to warrant we are licensed in the project state. Does our bidding without a license violate any laws or codes of ethics? Dear Paul, I am not sure if you are violating any laws but your bidding without the required license seems to constitute a lie. I think your intent to bid is unethical. MORE
The notices state that official bid solicitations will be forthcoming and that bids are due Aug. MORE
There are a few interesting additions to the projects up for bid list this week and some older projects that look fantastic. Bid date. Uncategorized Construction blog Construction Economics construction for bid John Poole Maryland projects for bid Pennsylvania projects for bid public RFPThere are some great looking $1-$2 million jobs. Keep in mind that I am offering free pre-construction services in exchange for involvement in the management of the project. MORE
Many other commercial construction companies that belong to the ABA are planning to do the same with their own invitation to bid software. Bid Date: 12/17/12 @ 4p MST. . Status: Invited Bidder – GC Bids to Owner (By invitation Only) December 17 th , 2012 at 4 PM MST). Submit Bids To: Bids (donations) can be made to any of the soliciting general contractors. MORE
Dear Mr. Ethics, We have a subcontractor that has provided us with a bid that left out a couple of key design areas. We asked the subcontractor about this and expressed our concern that their bid amount does not cover this work. The subcontractor vigorously defended its bid and insists that it will complete the entire scope of its work for its bid amount if we award the contract to them. None of us here think they can do the work for their bid amount. MORE
For most independent estimators, bid day isn’t (as the name suggests) one, crazy day that revolves around a single, prospective job. MORE
Teams competing for the public health project include AECOM Tishman, Skanska, Gilbane, Turner, McCarthy and more, after beating out contractors such as Walsh, Consigli and Suffolk MORE
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. Construction Management Construction Project Others Tips bid proposal bidding bids Construction Projects tenders winning projects MORE
From getting on lists to looking the part, contractors share how they position themselves for success MORE
Bids on projects in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia MORE
billion Wynn resort casino at the Mystic River in Everett, Massachusetts announced Wednesday it is soliciting a $1 billion-plus bid package in subcontracted services and supplies. General contractor Suffolk Construction, charged with building the $2.1 MORE
The contractor proposal bid form is used by a contractor to provide a construction proposal. In this form a neat, prearranged bid is written on a proficiently designed bid form. bid proposal sheets construction proposal quantity of materials quantity takeoff MORE
Discussing job cost coding with some of our self-performing contractor clients, we sometimes hear that they often use the Owner’s Project Bid Items as a simple and useful structure for cost coding their work on the project. MORE
How to properly license your construction business for bidding a new state. MORE
Bidding Construction Building Material construction cost estimating Construction Tender Contract General Contractor News MORE
3 areas to filter for better bidding and estimating from construction business consultant George Hedley MORE
Dodge data on current construction bids in Oregon, Alaska and Washington state MORE
Do construction contractors that win 100 percent of their business through the low-bid process need marketing? After all, as a low-bid construction business owner, your fate lies strictly in the ability of a hard-nosed, creative estimator to bring in new work on bid day. Low-bid contractors often fly below the radar If you are this type of contractor, you will likely insist wholeheartedly that you don’t. MORE
Dear Mr. Ethics, We have a subcontractor that has provided us with a bid that left out a couple of key design areas. We asked the subcontractor about this and expressed our concern that their bid amount does not cover this work. The subcontractor vigorously defended its bid and insists that it will complete the entire scope of its work for its bid amount if we award the contract to them. None of us here think they can do the work for their bid amount. MORE
That means sending the drawings out and getting contractors involved … Let’s get ready to rumble because “The Construction Bid Process ” is today’s topic. Every client wants to know what their project is going to cost and who’s going to build it. MORE
As a result, public bid law has come into frequent use. If you are in the construction industry, understanding public bid law can help you be aware of the potential risks/rewards of your next public works project. What is Public Bid Law? Regulatory Framework of Public Bid Law. MORE
Some cities already plan to reuse bid materials, while many agree that the bidding process alone set them up well for future competitions MORE
After studies found that municipal building projects in New York City took far longer and were more costly than similar projects in the private sector, city officials will unveil a plan to reform the bidding process, Crain’s New York reported MORE
Bidding Related Topics The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. Construction Management Construction Project Others Tips bid proposal bidding bids Construction Projects tenders winning projects
Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 15, 2019
3 simple steps to winning construction bid proposals from expert Dan Taylor
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Acquisition of projects in the construction sector is generally done through the process of bidding. Construction Management Construction Project Tips bid proposal bidding bids Construction Projects tenders winning projects
John Chaney
JULY 10, 2018
But contractors don’t have to move at the speed of state bureaucracy when pursuing new opportunities, and they shouldn’t have to miss a bidding opportunity over government licenses and permits. Regulatory Requirements Before Bidding. Hazards of Unlicensed Bidding.
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 7, 2019
How to properly license your construction business for bidding a new state.
BD+C
MARCH 17, 2019
That means sending the drawings out and getting contractors involved … Let’s get ready to rumble because “The Construction Bid Process ” is today’s topic. Every client wants to know what their project is going to cost and who’s going to build it.
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John Chaney
JUNE 12, 2013
One of the biggest stumbling blocks, though, is often at the beginning of a project – during bidding – but there are key areas to avoid in order to make sure your teams stay on track. All of these expenses are important to include for your bid to be accurate.
The Constructor
JUNE 4, 2016
What is the types of invitation for bids and explain. Read More at Bids The Constructor
John Chaney
OCTOBER 24, 2012
Intense bidding competition is driving prices so low that contractors cannot both make a profit and perform quality work. I was recently on LinkedIn and noticed a question in one of the group forums asking readers to identify the biggest problem facing construction businesses today.
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 12, 2018
Indicted individuals allegedly inflated subs' bids, falsified work orders and more to extort roughly $15 million during a renovation of the media company's New York City offices
Mr Ethics
APRIL 23, 2014
Dear Mr. Ethics, We are bidding a project that is located in a different state than our office. The bid documents and contract requires us to warrant we are licensed in the project state. Does our bidding without a license violate any laws or codes of ethics? Dear Paul, I am not sure if you are violating any laws but your bidding without the required license seems to constitute a lie. I think your intent to bid is unethical.
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Mr Ethics
APRIL 23, 2014
Dear Mr. Ethics, We are bidding a project that is located in a different state than our office. The bid documents and contract requires us to warrant we are licensed in the project state. Does our bidding without a license violate any laws or codes of ethics? Dear Paul, I am not sure if you are violating any laws but your bidding without the required license seems to constitute a lie. I think your intent to bid is unethical.
Mr Ethics
APRIL 23, 2014
Dear Mr. Ethics, We have a subcontractor that has provided us with a bid that left out a couple of key design areas. We asked the subcontractor about this and expressed our concern that their bid amount does not cover this work. The subcontractor vigorously defended its bid and insists that it will complete the entire scope of its work for its bid amount if we award the contract to them. None of us here think they can do the work for their bid amount.
Mr Ethics
APRIL 23, 2014
Dear Mr. Ethics, We have a subcontractor that has provided us with a bid that left out a couple of key design areas. We asked the subcontractor about this and expressed our concern that their bid amount does not cover this work. The subcontractor vigorously defended its bid and insists that it will complete the entire scope of its work for its bid amount if we award the contract to them. None of us here think they can do the work for their bid amount.
Construction Informer
MARCH 13, 2015
Competitive bids are essential in winning construction contracts, but making them competitive might require adjusting the estimate. In construction, there is a natural and continual conflict between thorough estimates and turning in competitive bids. Construction Finance construction bids Google+.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 14, 2018
For most independent estimators, bid day isn’t (as the name suggests) one, crazy day that revolves around a single, prospective job.
Construction Dive
MAY 15, 2018
The notices state that official bid solicitations will be forthcoming and that bids are due Aug.
BD+C
JANUARY 31, 2019
After studies found that municipal building projects in New York City took far longer and were more costly than similar projects in the private sector, city officials will unveil a plan to reform the bidding process, Crain’s New York reported
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 18, 2018
Bids on projects in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia
Construction Law Monitor
OCTOBER 6, 2015
As a result, public bid law has come into frequent use. If you are in the construction industry, understanding public bid law can help you be aware of the potential risks/rewards of your next public works project. What is Public Bid Law? Regulatory Framework of Public Bid Law.
Construction Dive
AUGUST 22, 2018
From getting on lists to looking the part, contractors share how they position themselves for success
Best Practices Construction Law
JANUARY 11, 2016
State of Alaska , the Alaska Supreme Court reviewed whether the State could find that a bidder whose bid exceeded the 10-page limit for bids could nonetheless be awarded the contract in question. In our house of chaos, rules are especially important.
Constructonomics
FEBRUARY 8, 2010
There are a few interesting additions to the projects up for bid list this week and some older projects that look fantastic. Bid date. Uncategorized Construction blog Construction Economics construction for bid John Poole Maryland projects for bid Pennsylvania projects for bid public RFPThere are some great looking $1-$2 million jobs. Keep in mind that I am offering free pre-construction services in exchange for involvement in the management of the project.
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 7, 2018
The legislation was spurred by a study that found that from 2005 to 2010, state schools wasted more than $100 million in taxpayer dollars on roofing through cooperative purchasing instead of competitive bidding
Carol Hagen
DECEMBER 6, 2012
Many other commercial construction companies that belong to the ABA are planning to do the same with their own invitation to bid software. Bid Date: 12/17/12 @ 4p MST. . Status: Invited Bidder – GC Bids to Owner (By invitation Only) December 17 th , 2012 at 4 PM MST). Submit Bids To: Bids (donations) can be made to any of the soliciting general contractors.
Construction Dive
MARCH 12, 2019
Teams competing for the public health project include AECOM Tishman, Skanska, Gilbane, Turner, McCarthy and more, after beating out contractors such as Walsh, Consigli and Suffolk
Construction Cost Estimating
JULY 14, 2014
The contractor proposal bid form is used by a contractor to provide a construction proposal. In this form a neat, prearranged bid is written on a proficiently designed bid form. bid proposal sheets construction proposal quantity of materials quantity takeoff
Best Practices Construction Law
MAY 21, 2018
Alabama Highway Department , a highway contractor tried to withdraw its bid on public contract and have its bid bond returned after it made a mistake on a its written proposal. In its bid submission for a bridge construction project in Mobile County, the contractor had listed a total bid amount of $1,119,609. ” The contractor mistakenly left out the word “Thousand” from its written bid. Contractors make mistakes with words.
Cassell Construction Estimating Blog
JUNE 16, 2015
Discussing job cost coding with some of our self-performing contractor clients, we sometimes hear that they often use the Owner’s Project Bid Items as a simple and useful structure for cost coding their work on the project.
Construction Dive
APRIL 24, 2018
Effective communication and trust are keys to productive relationships with local and federal officials
Construction Cost Estimating
MARCH 16, 2018
Bidding Construction Building Material construction cost estimating Construction Tender Contract General Contractor News
ENR Construction
AUGUST 20, 2018
Bids on projects in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia
Construction Equipment
JUNE 26, 2017
Co-contractors Mortenson Construction and the McCarthy Building Company held a kickoff meeting last Thursday in Las Vegas to announce the first of six procurement bid requests to begin July 3 and finalize by the end of the month.
Construction Dive
MARCH 14, 2018
Some cities already plan to reuse bid materials, while many agree that the bidding process alone set them up well for future competitions
ENR Construction
MARCH 4, 2019
Southeast project news from Dodge Data & Analytics
ENR Construction
JUNE 5, 2018
Dodge data on current construction bids in Oregon, Alaska and Washington state
ENR Construction
JULY 3, 2018
How accepting a low bid sent a firehouse project out of control
Construction Equipment
AUGUST 11, 2016
billion Wynn resort casino at the Mystic River in Everett, Massachusetts announced Wednesday it is soliciting a $1 billion-plus bid package in subcontracted services and supplies. General contractor Suffolk Construction, charged with building the $2.1
Construction Business Owner
JULY 10, 2018
Do construction contractors that win 100 percent of their business through the low-bid process need marketing? After all, as a low-bid construction business owner, your fate lies strictly in the ability of a hard-nosed, creative estimator to bring in new work on bid day. Low-bid contractors often fly below the radar If you are this type of contractor, you will likely insist wholeheartedly that you don’t.
CK Power
NOVEMBER 16, 2018
It followed the typical bidding process. Many bid on the central power plant. Few submitted bids for the interim solution. CK Power bid, won and delivered a solution for both.
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