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Job Order Contracting – The Legal Side

Building Information Management

This is an example of Job Order Contracting from a legal perspective and that of a school district in Texas. This is NOT intended as ANY form of legal advice or counsel, but simply to share information relative to efficient construction project delivery methods. SELECTING A CONTRACTING METHOD; 2. source: [link].

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5 Legal Documents All Construction Business Owners Should Use

Construction Business Owner

Have you ever spent hours drafting a contract, only to discover that there is already a standard contract that would have worked well, or at least given you a good starting point? While there are several documents that contractors use regularly, there are also other lesser-known legal documents that owners may find useful.

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A No-fuss Record-keeping Guide For Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

Managing a hectic schedule and complex projects can be challenging if you're a contractor. You must also ensure that your paperwork, documents, and contracts are in order. Keeping all your working documents in order shows that you treat your business, customers, and subcontractors responsibly.

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New Sustainable Projects Exhibit in 2017 AIA Contract Documents

Green Building Law Update

Last week the American Institute of Architects released the 2017 edition of the A201 family of contract documents, including updated versions of the AIA’s documents developed for the design-bid-build delivery model. The previous version of the design-bid-build contract documents included a Sustainable Project version.

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What Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

Construction Marketing

If you want to be a contractor, being licensed and bonded will have a major impact on your ability to work in the city and state where you live and work. Many state and local governments require that contractors who perform work above a threshold amount obtain licenses. What Are Surety Bonds? Bond Types.

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Pre-Bid Documents and Estimates Can’t Be Hidden Behind the Curtain in Disputed Delay Claims

Best Practices Construction Law

12, 2021), the contractor filed suit to recover damages from the City on numerous combined waste water treatment projects. The contractor claimed that the City breached its contract by supplying incomplete and inaccurate contract documents, which allegedly caused delays and a two-year extension to the project completion.

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6 Benefits of Contractor Management Services

Safety Services Company

Navigating the world of ever changing contractor regulations and qualifications can be difficult. As a contractor, you’re required to demonstrate your skills and prove your expertise through multiple means, like contractor compliance and job prequalification. What are Contractor Management Services?