Federal Construction Contracting Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Department of Defense (DoD) published the much anticipated proposed rule for the revamped Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 For example, contractors subject to 252.204–7012 are already required to safeguard covered defense information in accordance with NIST SP 800-171. On December 26, 2023, the U.S.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

What Is a Construction Change Order? As a contractor, change orders can leave you feeling like you’re trapped between a rock and a hard place. As the work proceeds, however, somebody (either the owner or the contractor) decides a change is needed to be made to accommodate unforeseen factors. Key Takeaways.

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NH Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020

Parties to a lawsuit, or who reasonably should anticipate future litigation, have a duty not to destroy evidence crucial to their opponents’ claims or defenses. But what about a building under construction? In the residential setting, New Hampshire’s opportunity to repair statute, RSA 359-G:4 , comes into play here.

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Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

It costs a lot to put up, mainly because it plays a significant role in your safety and security while giving you a solid defense against the effects of snow, wind, rain, heat, hail, and other elements. This is enough reason to get an extra set of eyes from a licensed roofing contractor. Take Pictures and Document the Damages.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 17, 2012

Someone recently asked me why I was baffled about the Department of Defense's decision to use both LEED and a green building code. The policy unnecessarily increases risks for government contractors. The Department of Defense has proposed a green building code in order to streamline the process of applying for LEED certification.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 26, 2023

The construction industry has embarked on a massive and long journey toward digital transformation. Furthermore, the pressure put on the environment is greater than ever, and the damages done to the planet are indisputable. More and more large construction firms are rethinking their business entirely.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 28, 2021

California Contractor Tests the Bounds of Job Order Contracting. JOC contracts typically have a duration of one (1) year and are limited to a total construction value of $4.9 When work is needed, the public entity will then issue a job order to the JOC contractor. Torres Construction Corp., Torres Construction Corp.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 28, 2017

Job Order Contracting Life-cycle Facilities Value Management enables the efficient use of available funds targeted for executing renovation, repair, maintenance, and minor new construction projects. The degree of success achieved with respect to life-cycle / value management is largely determined by the construction delivery method used.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 16, 2009

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Subcontractor business liability insurance should be retained since a catastrophic claim could bankrupt most all painting contractors. Are subcontractors covered under the general contractor’s insurance? Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly. Commercial umbrella insurance.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 14, 2012

One of the largest groups for construction lawyers is the American Bar Association's Forum on the Construction Industry. The document is a compilation of cases and legislation affecting the construction industry. The document is a compilation of cases and legislation affecting the construction industry.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

It is up to the contractor to devise a solution. A problem arises, however, because many design documents are actually hybrid. This can be confusing for contractors. It also provides project owners with an excellent defense to contractor claims. They contain both design and performance features.

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Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 8, 2007

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Construction and Infrastructure Law

JUNE 11, 2018

A recent California case may force engineering, procurement and construction companies doing business with foreign suppliers to reconsider—and maybe rewrite—their contracts. Construction litigators beware! In Rockefeller Technology Investments (Asia) VII v. Changzhou SinoType Technology Co., Changzhou SinoType Technology Co.,

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

Let Us Help Reduce Construction Business Start Up Stress. New Contractor's Levels of Stress. You Quit Your Job - And started a construction business only to discover you need a contractor’s license and bond. Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice. Now that's stressful.

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Construction Law Monitor

JANUARY 17, 2012

Being a construction law attorney , I wanted my clients and readers to learn form the mistakes and shortcomings of my favorite teams. IF LSU’s BCS PERFORMANCE WERE A CONTRACTOR IT WOULD NEVER GET PAID. A contractor prepares for months and years to get that big once-in-a-lifetime project.

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Building Information Management

MARCH 27, 2015

Job order contracting (JOC) is a collaborative construction delivery method, and/or a form of integrated project delivery – IPD, that enables organizations to get their numerous, commonly encountered construction projects done quickly, easily, and cost-effectively through multi-year contracts – IDIQ. JOC can deliver: 1.

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Building Information Management

OCTOBER 26, 2015

The Need for Credible Construction Cost Estimates. Education, key performance indicators, common terms and definitions, LEAN collaborative construction delivery methods and supporting technology can to be leveraged to enable significant productivity and quality improvement. Basic Characteristics of Credible Cost Estimates.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

We Are QuickBooks Experts Specializing In Construction. New Contractor''s Have horrendous Levels of Stress. Did You Quit Your Job - And start your own construction company only to discover you need a contractor’s license and bond. Consult with a construction attorney and follow their advice.

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Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 11, 2007

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

Let Us Help Reduce Construction Business Start Up Stress. We Are QuickBooks Experts Specializing In Construction Bookkeeping Services. New Contractor''s Levels of Stress. You Quit Your Job - And started a construction business only to discover you need a contractor’s license and bond. Now that''s stressful.

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Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 29, 2017

County, State, and Local Governments, include secondary education unfortunately continue to use JOC simply as a means to speed delivery and bypass traditional procurement versus as a LEAN collaborative construction delivery method. a) The DPW must document the decision and plan to use a JOC in support of an installation or activity.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 20, 2022

At any given time, an electrician could be performing work on a construction project that involves high stakes. This type of damage may leave electrical contractors unable to foot the bill. Why can an electrical contractor use insurance? Which types of policies are available to electrical contractors?

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 30, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

Liability 40

Liability Contractors Design Illinois 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 30, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 2, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Contract Illinois Legal Construction 40

Construction Lawyer

APRIL 27, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Design AIA Illinois San Diego 40

Construction Lawyer

JULY 20, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Levelset

MAY 16, 2022

In Pennsylvania, contractors working on residential projects need to be aware of the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. There are a few provisions that every construction contract should have. The rationale is that homeowners aren’t as sophisticated and/or construction savvy as commercial owners.

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The Korte Company

AUGUST 12, 2020

The Martha Manning project gave Dennis a first-hand look at Ralph’s vision for client-focused construction projects that drew on the ideas of everyone involved, including the contractor. . Postal Service, and several agencies in Department of Defense. Contractors were selected on their “low bid.” .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 16, 2022

The masons, architects, blacksmiths, and painters then managed their little corners of construction, freeing the overseer to do their thing. . Specialty contractors do face significant challenges, though. Specialty contractors do face significant challenges, though. Plus, the risk in construction is increasing.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 29, 2022

They told me we were going to identify some problem areas and that we’d get defensive about them and try to hide them from the judges,” he says. Construction quality control needed to be upgraded and the builder would need to use preventative rather than reactive approaches for fixing mistakes. It created a lot more awareness.”.

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Utah Housing Minneapolis New Mexico 105

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 13, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

Lien 40

Lien Illinois AIA Chicago 40

Constructlaw

MAY 3, 2023

Arbitration is the most widely used method of dispute resolution in the construction industry. Parties should understand the key concepts and common types of claims when deciding whether to arbitrate disputes involving construction contracts. Voluminous evidence and documents. Multiple parties. Industry-specific legal concepts.

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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Architecture Illinois AIA Chicago 58

Construction Lawyer

NOVEMBER 9, 2007

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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AIA Illinois Chicago Documentation 40

Construction Lawyer

MARCH 23, 2012

Werner Sabo is a partner at the construction law firm of Sabo & Zahn in Chicago. He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier.

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