Over the past several years, the public sector has been more important than ever in providing opportunity for construction businesses, as private sector work has dried up. To succeed in the public sector, however, it is important to know the rules – and follow them to the letter; there are no second chances.
If you are new to public work – or if you are thinking of giving it a try, join us for a seminar on March 2 where Attorneys Joseph Pisarri and Charles Ahern of Corwin & Corwin LLP will provide a comprehensive review of the public bidding laws as they apply to subcontractors, covering the entire process from certification and prequalification, through bidding, performance and payment. They will not only cover the basics, but also alert you to common “traps for the unwary.”
Specific topics will include:
Overview of all applicable bidding laws, including c.149,§44A-L (covering public buildings); c.30,§39M
(covering public works); c.149A (CM at Risk)
Detailed review of c.149, §44A-L
Required Components of Bid Documents: complete design; separation of trade work; provision
for “equals”; statutory form of contract.
Eligibility to Bid: Certification, Prequalification, Update Statements, GC Sub-bids
Bidding Mechanics: Bid submissions; determination of responsibility & eligibility, substitution, rejection
of bids, withdrawal of bids; bid protests
Performance & Default: Requirements for signing contract and posting bonds; default procedures.
Payment: Payment rights; direct payment procedures
Who should attend: Company owners, project managers, estimators, contract administrators, and anyone who is relatively new to public sector bidding. This is your opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of the bidding process and develop the tools you need to succeed in this important marketplace.
Public Bidding 101 A Guide for Subcontractors
Over the past several years, the public sector has been more important than ever in providing opportunity for construction businesses
