Federal Construction Contracting Blog

JANUARY 26, 2024

After additional review, that office found the awardee was not an eligible small business because it was not a “manufacturer,” as the awardee planned to perform the work at leased facilities and not its own. OHA agreed with that conclusion. As the protestor explained, the USCG made no such determination.

Contract 52

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 10, 2019

Modern appreciation of the perils of lead resulted in the federal government banning the use of lead based paint in dwellings in 1978, as well as federal, state and local laws, including federal regulations that have at least since 1994 mandated certain disclosures in real estate transactions. More than three quarters of the U.S.

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Leases Inspections Contract Regulation 136

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 31, 2019

The potential applicability of the BFPP protection to a tenant who leases contaminated or formerly contaminated real estate and improvements has been the subject of debate for the decades since the CERCLA’s enactment. Phase l ESAs are now becoming much more common in commercial and industrial leasing.

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Liability Leases Defense Commercial 120

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 30, 2020

The potential applicability of the BFPP protection to a tenant who leases contaminated or formerly contaminated real estate has been the subject of debate for the decades since the CERCLA’s enactment. economy, when in any given year the vast majority of real estate transactions are leases and not contracts of sale. . § 9601 et seq.,

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BD+C

DECEMBER 27, 2012

The Pentagon has eliminated the stringent real estate leasing standards it put into place following the Sept. The change could be a significant boost to Washington’s commercial real estate community because it will put dozens of buildings back into contention for military leases. read more. read more.

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Leases Commercial Construction Regulation 45

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 26, 2015

Apparently the import of that is to exempt certain electric resistance water heaters used in demand response programs from pending DOE regulations. 6294a), which may be known as Tenant Star, to promote energy efficiency in separate spaces leased by tenants or otherwise occupied within commercial buildings.”

Leases 120

Leases Commercial New Hampshire Feasibility 120

BD+C

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Examples include: • Green leases that help building owners and lessees save money. Regulations Codes and Standards' The funding will facilitate the implementation of market-ready solutions across the U.S.

Commercial 65

Commercial Leases Regulation Green 65

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Pendent to those Scope 3 downstream businesses, many more will be impacted by this California law and other coming ESG regulation, enabling a large number of businesses to do their part to repair the world while taking advantage of ESG opportunities. It offers a positive that the supply chain contract, the lease, is in writing.

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Commercial California Green Organization 156

BD+C

MAY 1, 2013

One requires that all new commercial leases state whether the property has been inspected for disability access—and if so, the results. Regulations Codes and Standards'

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Commercial California Leases Regulation 40

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

we added a 1,400 SF “proscenium” building to increase curb appeal and serve as a leasing office with mail and package facilities, a new 2,500-sf airy and light-filled fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, completely updated the landscape and hardscape as well as added a brand-new pool, pool deck, barbecue area and dog park.

Housing 105

Housing Renovating Comparison Leases 105

BD+C

JUNE 29, 2023

It is the hub for sharing and learning everything from marketing, operations, touring, property management software, hiring, staffing, and data management to sustainability, regulations, HR, waste management, security, access control (that's me), and more. There's so much going on, so much to see, and so much to learn.

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BD+C

MARCH 29, 2024

Rob Atkinson and Chris Forney Office Buildings Headquarters Architects Regulations Energy Efficiency Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Many companies are striving to achieve climate neutrality , which involves bringing their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions down to net zero on an annual basis.

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Stok

JULY 29, 2018

Review the lease to see if Third Party review of drawings or Landlord oversight is the responsibility of your Client. Read the lease carefully to see if it states that a Third Party project manager or architect will review the drawings on the landlord’s behalf. Scanning of slab if required by building rules and regulations.

Budgeting 40

Budgeting Budget Foundation Leases 40

Green Building Law Update

MAY 6, 2018

With the upcoming May 25, 2018 effective date for the new European General Data Protection Regulation, the European Union law drafted to provide greater protections for the personal data of individuals, it is a good time to review and consider the large quantity of data generated by green buildings. This is the opposite of prevailing U.S.

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Green Organization Regulation Risk 120

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 1, 2013

Sutton, CAE, President and CEO of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association. Acquiring equipment through leasing and other financing methods is more flexible and customizable to meet unique business needs than most funding options. By William G. Meet the business’s equipment needs.

Finance 63

Finance Equipment Cash Flow Leases 63

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Under Louisiana law, “public work” is formerly defined as the “erection, construction, alteration, improvement or repair of any public facility or immovable property owned, used, or leased by a public entity.” To help curb potential corruption, strict rules and regulations have been implemented by the State legislature. How to Proceed.

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Bidding Louisiana Regulation Contract 40

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 6, 2015

Under Louisiana law, “public work” is formerly defined as the “erection, construction, alteration, improvement or repair of any public facility or immovable property owned, used, or leased by a public entity.” To help curb potential corruption, strict rules and regulations have been implemented by the State legislature. How to Proceed.

Bidding 40

Bidding Louisiana Regulation Contract 40

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 25, 2020

A properly drafted Phase I can create huge dollar advantages serving as a marketing piece in an associated real estate transaction, be it a sale, a lease or a loan secured by real estate or., And in another blog post last month, I wrote, I Just Read my 1000 th Phase I Environmental Site Assessment this Year.

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Liability Site Environment Commercial 156

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 16, 2022

By way of example, a solar system can simply be purchased by a business and installed onsite or the solar system can be financed using a solar loan, lease, or power purchase agreement; or in the alternative green electricity generated by offsite solar panels can be purchased from an electric utility.

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Regulation Claims Green Electrical 156

Green Building Law Update

JULY 7, 2014

Often legal opinions arising from the purchase of real estate involve assurance that the improvements exist accordance with applicable zoning, subdivision and other land use laws and regulations. Opinions are also given, from time to time, that a project complies with environmental laws.

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Green Legal Finance Baltimore 120

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 10, 2018

The change is significant for buildings pursuing LEED or Green Globes certification, for buildings with GSA or other government space leases tied to an ENERGY STAR score of 75, for buildings in cities with mandatory benchmarking, and for the more than 450,000 commercial properties that have an ENERGY STAR score. You have 75 days to act.

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Certification Commercial Modeling Deals 149

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Compliance/Regulations. All businesses that purchase, finance, and/or lease less than $2 million in new or used business equipment during tax year 2011 should qualify for the Section 179 Deduction. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’

Electrical 98

Electrical Commissioning Equipment Design 98

Stok

APRIL 25, 2023

As building owners and occupiers adopt zero commitments and find their properties subject to energy performance and emissions regulations, the question becomes, ‘how can we achieve these ambitious reduction targets?’

Electrical 98

Electrical Commissioning Equipment Design 98

Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. It also includes buildings of this sort that are acquired by the Federal Government under the Administrator’s installment-purchase, lease-purchase, and purchase-contract authorities. (2) Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—.

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Regulation Puerto Rico Organization District of Columbia 40

Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. It also includes buildings of this sort that are acquired by the Federal Government under the Administrator’s installment-purchase, lease-purchase, and purchase-contract authorities. (2) Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—.

Regulation 40

Regulation Puerto Rico Organization District of Columbia 40

Construction Law Monitor

MAY 14, 2013

Should this bill become law (which is likely given the total lack of opposition in the Senate or in the House Committee), lessors of movables would be required to provide formal notice to contractors and owners within 10 days of their materials being used on a project, as opposed to simple delivery of a lease. Related articles.

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Louisiana Lien Claims Construction 60

Levelset

JUNE 16, 2022

Prompt payment laws regulate the amount of time in which payments must be made to contractors and subcontractors, and are meant to ensure that everyone on a construction project is paid in a timely fashion, keeping cash flow moving smoothly for everyone involved in a public works project. New Jersey prompt payment laws.

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New Jersey Lien Claims Contract 52

Green Building Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The research focused on policy areas such as the structure of government, specific laws and regulations, government funded or mandated incentives and other financing mechanisms. Processes included legal-related factors impacting EE transactions, such as contracts, leases, public bidding requirements, and accounting standards.

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New Jersey Pennsylvania Philadelphia Legal 40

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 14, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. When considering your options, be sure to compare how much money you are spending, investing or leasing and compare that to the data speed and safety services you’re receiving. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Sales/Marketing.

Construction 120

Construction Software Software Security 120

Building Information Management

JANUARY 14, 2013

The altered world landscape relative to the built environment is readily being recognized – “ By adding regulatory overlays, it allows everyone to understand what rights and obligations attach to the property, and also to highlight ‘regulatory’ clashes – where one set of regulations or plans clashes with another.

BIM 55

BIM Security Life Cycle Environment 55

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 25, 2021

Maryland has been described as having more pages of environmental statutes and regulations on a per capita basis than any other state. By January 1, 2022, MDE must adopt regulations that establish license eligibility criteria, minimum training standards, license terms, and fees for license applications and renewals.

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Maryland Housing Commissioning Regulation 156

CivilJungle

AUGUST 8, 2022

Copy of building plan: A buyer must acquire a copy of the building plan approved by the statutory body to establish that the construction of the property is legal and is done according to set rules and regulations. Allotment letter: An allotment letter is one of the most important documents required for getting a home loan.

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Documentation Legal Certification Agreement 52

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 25, 2020

. “Those can be part of what an environmental engineer does, but in terms of what an environmental engineer does a day in and day out, you’re really focused on what the regulations say, what you’re required to do to meet those regulations and how you’re going to do it, (while also bearing in mind) the cost and the timeline.”

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Engineering Equity Debt Infrastructure 52

Business Facilities

JULY 24, 2014

which is leasing 88,000 square feet there. Complete Warehouse plans to clean up the environmental contamination at the site, redevelop the manufacturing facility and lease it to tenants. The Executive Building will be the new headquarters for UMB Fund Services Inc., The company has about 250 employees. Scott Walker.

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Wisconsin Milwaukee Site Leases 46

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 10, 2017

Real estate is a highly regulated industry and real estate transactions must be recorded in a government ledger to be recognized and enforceable by all. It may well be commercial leasing will elevate blockchain in the marketplace ahead of deeds because leasing transactions do not require involvement of a government registrar.

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Vermont Leases Delaware Contract 252

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 3, 2017

The European Union has gone in another direction with the 2016 General Data Protection Regulation , applicable as of May 2018, updating and modernizing the principles enshrined in the 1995 Data Protection Directive which guarantee individual privacy rights in one’s personal data including “the right to be forgotten.”

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