Construction Marketing

JULY 11, 2022

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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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 10, 2017

What Construction Contractors Need to Know About JOB ORDER CONTRACTING, Cooperatives, and Best Management Practices. As a construction contractor considering a Job Order Contract (JOC), it is critical to be aware that all JOCs are not the same. Carefully review all of the Job Order Contract and all associated documents.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JUNE 21, 2022

Last month, the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals held that a public contractor could not recover $100k in construction costs incurred following the government’s decision to close down a base in Tennessee due to COVID-19. The contractor also sought 59 days of time extension for the period the project was inaccessible.

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NH Construction Law

AUGUST 21, 2022

Many performance bonds (the popular AIA A312 is an example) state that the surety’s obligation is not triggered unless the principal’s contract has been terminated. Conversely, not terminating also forgoes the protection of the bond – if termination is an enforceable condition of the surety’s liability.

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NH Construction Law

MARCH 28, 2021

For many years the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented a Multi-Employer Citation Policy , under which more than one employer at a worksite – for example, a general contractor and a subcontractor – can be cited by OSHA for the same hazardous condition. In StormForce of Jacksonville, LLC , No.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

In a perfect world, a contract should include a clear set of instructions that conveys well-defined expectations to all parties concerned. This episode of Autodesk’s Digital Builder podcast addresses the most common challenges with contracts and how simple adjustments can ensure you fully understand what you’re signing.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 1, 2017

JOB ORDER CONTRACTING Cooperatives play an important role for real property owners, facilities manager, and contractors. Here are some tips for contractors considering working with JOB ORDER CONTRACTING Cooperatives or considering changes in within specific programs. JOB ORDER CONTRACTING-NCPA. Army and U.S.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 23, 2017

We also provide professional training and support to owners and awarded JOC contractors for our web based JOC cost estimating, project, and information management software system. 4BT is a veteran-owned small business limited liability company. The post Job Order Contracting Services & Tools appeared first on 4BT.

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NH Construction Law

JANUARY 30, 2022

When a contractor or subcontractor is sued for defective workmanship, one of his first thoughts is likely to be whether the damages are covered by his liability insurance. Many professional liability policies have them. Few commercial general liability policies do.)

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ENR Construction

MAY 20, 2022

Firm's status as former TVA contractor extends no immunity for claimed illnesses caused by site cleanup work, judge said; Jacobs also announces new cleanup support contract at Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant

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Levelset

OCTOBER 13, 2022

To help your business remain viable, contractor’s insurance should be a crucial part of your financial strategy. Insurance also puts other parties’ minds at ease when they want to hire you as a specialty contractor. If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement.

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ENR Construction

MAY 20, 2022

Firm's status as former TVA contractor does not extend immunity for claimed illnesses caused by site work, judge's ruling said; firm also announces new cleanup support contract at Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 17, 2017

Real Property Owners, Facilities Management, and Construction Contractors can all benefit from enhanced project productivity, quality, and satisfaction. All are attainable with Job Order Contracting JOC Integrated Project Delivery. The post Job Order Contracting JOC Integrated Project Delivery appeared first on 4BT.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Enabling Job Order Contracting Through Training and LEAN Methods. While Job Order Contracting has been used for decades and can drive significantly improved construction delivery productivity and higher quality, it must be deployed by skilled Owners and Contractors to achieved maximum benefit.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 7, 2017

LEAN Construction Job Order Contracting (INTEGRATED PROJECT DELIVERY) – RELATIONSHIP CONTRACTING. LEAN Construction Job Order Contracting offers several enhancements … Competent Owner providing leadership on-site management. Formation of a LEAN Job Order Contracting (JOC) core group which includes stakeholders.

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Construction Law

JUNE 5, 2023

The legally binding Developer Remediation Contract (DRC) has been offered to developers to sign by the government, committing them to reimburse money spent from public funds to make some of their buildings safe. Issues that will arise will concern limitation, liability caps, insurance and insolvent parties.

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Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

News Our news round up looks at Birmingham City Council on the verge of starting the judicial review application to try and reverse a government refusal to approve a major highways contract; a warning to avoid ‘group think’ in major public sector project delivery; and a new framework to promote the use of artificial intelligence in project delivery.

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Contractor Connection

JUNE 22, 2017

Having a clear, comprehensive contract with your general contractor is one of the most important aspects of a successful home remodeling or renovation project. A contract protects you, your budget, and your property, so make sure to consider the following as you negotiate your agreement: Licensing. Scheduling. Scope of work.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 29, 2017

Best Practice Job Order Contracting. The DOD has long been recognized as the leader in best practice job order contracting. Thus while County, State, and Local Governments in general have a ways to go in deploying Best Practice Job Order Contracting, the potential benefit are certainly worth the effort. Note that for.

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ENR Construction

MAY 20, 2022

Ruling says firm's status as former TVA contractor doesn't extend liability coverage from suits seeking millions for claimed illnesses caused by site work; meanwhile, Jacobs gains new contract to support cleanup and demolition of tsunami-damaged reactors at Japan's Fukushima nuke plant

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NH Construction Law

JUNE 30, 2020

A few years back I blogged (#24) on the Spearin doctrine, which holds that adherence to government-imposed design specifications absolves the contractor from contract liability to the government when the finished product fails to perform as intended. But what about suing the contractor who implemented the faulty design?

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NH Construction Law

DECEMBER 19, 2021

When a contractor abandons or is terminated from a construction project before substantial completion, one of the first tasks for the owner/developer (or for the contractor’s performance bond surety if such a bond exists) is to locate and hire a completion contractor.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. HVAC contractor insurance is the primary way to help protect your financial interest if things go wrong on the job.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. Are subcontractors covered under the general contractor’s insurance?

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

Guest editor JCT 2024 ducks the difficult issues JCT’s Design and Build contract has been updated for the first time in eight years. Legal terms explained Isabella Salame of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explains what is meant by non-delegable duties. billion A9 Dualling programme.

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NH Construction Law

MAY 20, 2023

A couple of years ago I blogged ( #101 ) on “pay-if-paid” clauses, which make a general contractor’s receipt of payment from the owner a prerequisite – a “condition precedent,” in legal terms – to its obligation to pay subcontractors. JBC Merger Sub LLC v. Tricon Enterprises, Inc. , 145, 286 A.3d

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In short, an additional insured is typically another business entity or person who can be added to your business policy, securing the same liability protection that you do. Subcontractors, for instance, will benefit from some of the same coverages a general contractor realizes.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Setting up a Job Order Contract Using Best Management Practices involves a mix of strategic and operational steps including a gap analysis of current and planned outcomes. . d) An indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (task order) contract which provides for the use of negotiated, definitive, bilateral orders (i.e.,

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 27, 2023

An update on the administration filed at Companies House said the firm was sunk by a combination of rising materials costs, project delays and defect liability claims. Howard Russell worked across the UK as a design and build contractor for a wide range of sectors. with 31 staff working at the company.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 26, 2020

“May unintentionally faulty subcontractor work that damages an insured’s work product constitute an ‘accident’ under a commercial general liability insurance policy?” Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 2020 WL 3527909 (June 29, 2020). 2d 871, 880 (Fla. ”); Lamar Homes, Inc. Mid-Continent Casualty Co. ,

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The life of a contractor is a hectic one with most of the time spent on a jobsite — and a lot of places in between. As a contractor, you likely have a considerable amount of money sunk into tools of the trade. This specific coverage can be tailored to meet the needs of your contracting business.

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Federal Construction Contracting Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Following growing concerns within DoD that contractors were not consistently implementing the cybersecurity requirements of DFARS 252.204-2012, DoD responded with the creation of the CMMC Program in 2019 to move away from a “self-attestation” model of security.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 14, 2015

General contractors, subcontractors and business owners risk substantial financial loss if they enter into contracts that are not supported by their insurance program.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Third-party insurance , also known as liability or casualty insurance, protects insured individuals or businesses in situations where they may be liable for damages to another person or business — the third party. The general contractor who bought the insurance policy is reimbursed for damages. First-party insurance examples.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 19, 2020

liability insurance and allowance for small tools and consumables. In the public sector contracts may require Davis Bacon Wage Rates or prevailing wage rates, or both, with the usage of the higher of the two. Liability insurance based upon local contractor rates is also added as a percentage. Material costs are either.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

General contractors know these risks when they take the role. But what if the general contractor isn’t at fault, and a subcontractor is to blame? Does a general contractor’s insurance cover their subcontractors’ accidents or mistakes? The car owner can’t go after a different contractor’s insurer for the damage.

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Green Industry Professionals

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Without an assured supply of salt, contractors are being forced to abandon contracts due to liability exposure.

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