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Should All Documents on Public Contracts Be Public Information?

Construction Dive

That was the question posed in a recent case out of Minnesota. The contractor had subcontracted the architectural design to another company. The publisher of a local newspaper requested a copy of the subcontract. The contract called for the design, management and construction of public schools.

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Are Claim Notice Requirements Creating Traps for the Unwary?

Construction Dive

The Minnesota Supreme Court said the state payment bond statute created a trap for the unwary -- details of which can defeat meritorious claims. The contractor listed an address on the bond that differed from the address it used on the subcontract, in its correspondence and on its website. This did not involve electronic communication.

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7 Tips for Aligning Your Project Management Workflows & Construction Technology

Construction Business Owner

Project managers must stay on top of subcontracted costs, bids, deadlines and materials while also juggling jobsite duties and office paperwork — an overwhelming task that is often fraught with stress. But it doesn’t have to be.

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Construction Contract's arbitration provision is separable, based on

Construction Lawyer

provided that if arbitration is provided for in the "Contract Documents," Mortenson "in its sole discretion" may demand arbitration of any dispute under the subcontract. The . Section 21.1 "  Section  21.2 "  Section 21.4 concludes, "Subcontractor.

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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2023

Autodesk Construction Cloud

She has proven to be a leader and respected member of the construction industry in Minnesota. I've worked with Jonathan at two different electrical subcontracting firms, and at both jobs, he has been an innovation leader. This has enabled him to link these suppliers with subcontracting opportunities at Webcor.

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Feature Story: 2016 Economic Development Awards

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Eleven different Pennsylvania-based construction companies already have been subcontracted to do much of the work, and many more opportunities will be made available as the project goes forward. will be the team’s lead designer and Walsh Infrastructure Management will provide bridge maintenance over the life of the 25-year contract.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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QUALIFIED DEFENSE AND SPACE CONTRACTOR TAX REFUND (QDSC): Florida defense, homeland security and space business contractors are given a competitive edge in consolidating contracts or subcontracts, acquiring new contracts or converting contracts to commercial production. Minnesota is also blessed with no personal property or inventory tax.

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