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What is the Design Development Phase of a Construction Project?

Levelset

Much of the expectation management refers to the budget and timeline mentioned already. Aside from developing and submitting bids and possibly moving their schedule around to accommodate a project, construction businesses are in a low-risk state. The construction project design phase is a less risky phase. Learn more.

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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. With a clearly defined scope, the GC can pre-qualify subs and reach out to them for bids and quotes. Bidding/procurement.

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Successful Commercial Construction Strategies and Operations: Tip #2

HardHatChat

For example, if your general contractor falls behind on paying their sub contractors, or they don’t pay them at all, then those subs have lien rights that you as the developer or your tenant will have to pay the sub contractor or defend your rights as a property owner. Check at least three references. But that’s not all.

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Litigation Topics for Prime / Subcontractor Contracts

Construction Law Monitor

Incorporation by Reference Clauses: (flow-up & flow-down provisions). Lien Waivers. There are a number of provisions which could be contained in a prime/subcontractor contract that need to raise a red flag when present and should be negotiated by either party so as to keep the contract from becoming one-sided.

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The Small Business Guide to Construction Management Software

Autodesk Construction Cloud

C onstruction management software refers to digital tools and platforms that facilitate the various processes involved in managing projects. In the last few years, we’ve seen more bidding activity on fewer jobs, indicating an increase in competition for construction projects. . What jobs should bid you bid on?

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Specifications - "or equal" - patent infringement

Construction Lawyer

All references to "Sabo & Zahn" refer to Sabo & Zahn LLC. The plaintiff sued the defendant for patent infringement, claiming that the amended specifications could only be met with the FieldTurf product and, therefore, the bid constituted an illegal "offer to sell" under 35 USC 271(a). mechanics liens.

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Construction Legislation Now Pending in Washington

Construction Law Monitor

Athletic Field construction lien case. Jim Hargrove, (D-Hoquiam) (D) on January 26, 2011, to adopt, by reference, the international green construction code to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental impacts at earlier stages in the building and construction design process. Introduced by Rep. Companion: HB 1383).