Best Practices Construction Law

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

It’s not everyday that you read about one of your longtime heroes, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (“FAR”), losing some of its mojo. The government asserts for the first time in its briefs that there exists an implied contractual duty for a prime contractor to manage its subcontracts. [T]he ASBCA 59508 (Dec.

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Construction Law Monitor

AUGUST 24, 2012

In a perfect world, general contract presents the subcontract document to the subcontractor, and that sub has its lawyer review the contract to see if the terms can be negotiated so that its a fair document for all involved. The legislature here is essentially trying to protect the subcontractor from itself.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

subcontract with Bernards to install an HVAC system in a new facility being built for the District. We are reminded of this by the recent case of JMS Air Conditioning and Appliance Service, Inc. Santa Monica Community College District, Bernards Bros., 5th 945 (2018). In that case, JMS entered into an $8.2M

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Levelset

MARCH 21, 2022

Each state has its own rules and regulations regarding mechanics liens. Subcontracting work also allows you to delay payment. It attaches to the deed on the property and forces the owner to pay you before the property can be sold. Restoration contractors have the ability to use mechanics liens to secure payment from property owners.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 22, 2014

Is there any rules or regulation in the construction industry that ensure the reliability of a subcontractor upon which a contractor can trust in the subcontractor’s bid or proposal in the making of the contractor’s overall bid or proposal on the project?

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Levelset

AUGUST 25, 2022

Let’s take a look at each of these terms individually, the statutes that regulate each, and how the distinction can affect a claimant’s ability to recover these amounts on private projects. .” But what does this mean for contractors? What’s the difference, if any, between the two?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The digital solutions POB was using when we started working there didn’t meet the quality standards required by regulations in Norway on our projects ,” affirms Roger, BIM Coordinator and IT Manager. To get started, POB implemented BIM 360 with one department, the subcontracting concrete team. ” —Hege M.

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NH Construction Law

APRIL 29, 2021

Sometimes the benchmark is budgeted costs, i.e., the contractor’s actual buyout costs at bid time (or those of their subs if the subcontract prices are similarly allowed to fluctuate). Often the benchmark is indexed costs, for example the producer price index or “PPI” published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Fieldwire

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Some popular construction online training programs that are great for slicing up into a monthly timeline are: RedVector covers building codes and standards , OSHA safety regulations and the basics of project management. Updating safety information and protocol is also a vital part of subcontracting. Update Safety Measures.

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NH Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

There are also limitations on how much work a WOSB can subcontract out to non-WOSB entities – for general construction contracts, it’s no more than 85% exclusive of the cost of materials. The enabling statute sets a goal of five percent of federal contracting dollars being awarded to WOSBs annually. 13 C.F.R. § § 125.6(a)(3).

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 3, 2020

NAHB New Chair to Tackle Regulation and Promote Trades. Mon, 08/03/2020 - 13:00. Chuck Fowke named NAHB's new chair; a look at new single-family home inventory. NAHB Housing Policy Briefing. As of June 19, Florida custom home builder Chuck Fowke has taken the reins as chairman of the board of the National Association of Home Builders.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 25, 2017

All significant conditions, such as requirements for compatibility with existing laws, regulations, contracts. Updating the base year coefficient using pre-established and industry standard and/or regulated criteria via predetermined formulas is also a method for economic adjustment. Results of the need analysis. Performance Period.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 26, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Once you pull up a job screen, you’ll instantly see all of the links related to that particular screen, such as vendors, subcontracts, and cost projections. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Sales/Marketing.

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Building Information Management

JULY 31, 2014

These tasks form the pricing basis for collaboratively-scoped projects, thus providing price certainty and meeting most procurement regulations. Since JOCs require a highly-performing contractor to provide these additional services, it is most typically procured through a Best Value or Qualifications Based process.

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Building Information Management

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Owners have reams of rules and regulations to follow in order to put a project out for bid fairly. Tasked with maintaining and repairing thousands of buildings nationally and internationally, military facilities managers found the normal route of federal acquisition regulations much too slow and bureaucratic.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 27, 2016

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) defines “accrual” as: the date when all events, that fix the alleged liability of either the Government or the contractor and permit assertion of the claim, were known or should have been known. million; and.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Design regulations are supposed to ensure the health, safety and welfare of residents, but superficial and excessive rules that price lower- and moderate-income families out of the market should not be prioritized over the need to address the housing affordability problem. NAHB Housing Policy Briefing. billion in building products in 2019.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 12, 2021

This information is then communicated to owners, investors, creditors, and regulators. After developing the codes, you can generally divide them into five categories: labor, materials, subcontracts, equipment, and overhead. . Subcontracts. It will also dictate who you do business with and how. How much does your crew cost you?

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Levelset

JULY 7, 2022

Prompt payment laws regulate the acceptable amount of time in which payments must be made to contractors and subcontractors on public works projects, which ensures that everyone on a project is paid in a timely fashion. In some cases, securities, bonds, or other similar instruments may be substituted for retainage.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 26, 2016

They may be regulated by Federal/State/Local statue. In some instances subcontracting in not allowed, in others there may be established limits. Job Order Contracts are used for a wide variety of multi-trade or single trade (roofing, paving, etc.) Is JOC Software required? are stipulated in the Job Order Contract.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Because of this liability, Foulke advises builders to have “really good agreements” with their trade partners that spell out in specific detail that they will follow OSHA regulations, wear fall protection gear, and promise not to subcontract (or “sub-sub”) any work within their scope without the builder’s approval.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

If finalized, the proposal will replace the current standard, which the National Association of Home Builders ( NAHB ) supports for giving regulated employers and small businesses, including home builders and specialty trade contractors, a clearer, simpler federal test for determining worker status.

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Help Everybody Everyday

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Different agencies have different regulations regarding DBEs. Another problem is that DBEs often have to subcontract with larger firms. If you do decide to seek DBE certification, make sure you ask the agency if they have a DBE certification checklist. What Is The Difference Between A DBE and MBE?

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Building Information Management

JULY 16, 2012

Additionally the court system determined that IDIQ contracts were applicable to construction and architect-engineering services , provided the selection of contractors and placement of orders are consistent with the Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 36.

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Building Information Management

JULY 16, 2012

Additionally the court system determined that IDIQ contracts were applicable to construction and architect-engineering services , provided the selection of contractors and placement of orders are consistent with the Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 36.

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Building Information Management

APRIL 24, 2016

Subcontracts. At the completion of the project, any savings associated with the Subcontract may be required to be passed along to the Order by way of a change order. Subcontract bid. When it is necessary for the Contractor may be allowed to use the services of a Subcontractor. Execution Procedures. An Identification (I.D.)

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Federal Construction Contracting Blog

JULY 28, 2022

A similar regulation was issued during the Obama era but was later rescinded during the Trump administration. The contracting officer would then provide the list to the successor contractor.

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Building Information Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

The interagency team was also instrumental in ensuring that the regulatory guidance in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) conformed to the FASA authority. Therefore, GSA regulations, and the guidance in FAR Subpart 8.4 and Part 38 pertaining to the Federal Supply Schedule program, take precedence over the Subpart 16.5

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

00 52 14 Subcontract Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 17 Subcontract Form – Cost-Plus (design/bid/build or design/negotiate/build). 00 52 14 Subcontract Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 17 Subcontract Form – Cost-Plus (design/bid/build or design/negotiate/build).

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

00 52 14 Subcontract Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 17 Subcontract Form – Cost-Plus (design/bid/build or design/negotiate/build). 00 52 14 Subcontract Form – Stipulated Sum (design/bid/build or. 00 52 17 Subcontract Form – Cost-Plus (design/bid/build or design/negotiate/build).

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

To receive an abatement for property taxes, a project must meet certain qualifications and follow certain procedures, as determined by law and regulation. To receive abatement for any or all of these taxes, a project must meet certain qualifications and follow certain procedures, as determined by law and regulation.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

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. There are no minimum investment requirements and no cap on costs.

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Pro Builder

MAY 29, 2020

NAHB recommends that federal regulators provide flexibility to borrowers, such as adding missed payments to the end of their loan or extending the time period for repayment. Revise Federal Housing Administration condominium regulations to allow approvals for proposed or under construction projects. For more, visit nahb.org.

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