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10 Tips for Submitting Better Bids

Aug 10, 2023 (0) comment , ,

Putting together a winning bid proposal, or even a competitive one, takes knowledge and skill. It’s a bit more complicated than just putting some numbers together and hoping for the best. Good bid preparation requires a lot of time and effort and involves everything from reading and fully understanding the plans and specifications to accurately […]

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The Top Kitchen Island Trends of 2023, According to Designers

Jul 20, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

Contemporary finishes, bright hues, and nontraditional shapes are all in the forecast. Kitchens are more than just a space to prepare and enjoy meals. They’re also a place to work, play, and entertain, so it makes sense that kitchen islands are at the top of many homeowners’ wishlists. The stylish and functional element can easily […]

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This futuristic entertainment venue in Las Vegas is the world’s largest spherical structure

Jul 06, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

It squats on the Las Vegas skyline like an enormous spaceship, black and mysterious – until night falls, when it will glow like the Earth from space. The MSG Sphere won’t open to the public for almost three more months, when U2 christens the entertainment venue with a series of concerts. But anticipation is growing. […]

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5 steps to keep change orders from becoming disputes

Jun 22, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

Divergence from the original plans on construction projects is unavoidable. But that doesn’t have to lead to a dispute.   Disputes over change orders don’t have to end up in court.   Contractors often must balance the demands of owners, government agencies and general contractors, all while trying to make a profit. But the construction […]

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Bills break ground, A’s plan move and Jags drop renderings: latest in stadium construction news

Jun 16, 2023 (0) comment , ,

Some pro sports franchises are barreling ahead with plans for new venues, while others are reconsidering the right real estate for their future facilities. The Oakland A’s released renderings of their potential new ballpark in Las Vegas. Courtesy of Oakland Athletics   This week the Buffalo Bills broke ground on the New Highmark Stadium in […]

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Update: CSLB Worker Compensation Requirement

May 18, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

May 18, 2023 Sacramento, CA – The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) wants to inform active licensees that after June 30, 2023, any licensee holding a C-8 (Concrete), C-20 (Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning), C-22 (Asbestos Abatement), and D-49 (Tree Service),  that does not have a Certificate of Workers’ Compensation Insurance on file with CSLB […]

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How to win and build major manufacturing projects

Apr 27, 2023 (0) comment , , , ,

Manufacturing projects, such as the one that Turner Construction is building in Frederick, Colorado, were almost solely responsible for all nonresidential construction spending growth in February. Permission granted by Turner Construction     Some are calling it the “modern day Industrial Revolution.” But whatever name you give it, contractors are talking about how to take […]

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5 Construction Projects in the USA to Watch in 2023

Apr 05, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

Each new year brings new and brilliant construction projects that will not only aid the country’s economic development but also improve job opportunities.  Several construction projects are set to hit major development milestones and there are many highlights in store for the construction industry in the United States of America for the year 2023.  Climate […]

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IIJA money starting to flow to projects

Apr 03, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

Brief: Funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is finally making it to projects, according to the CEOs of several major public construction companies. Additional federal money from the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act is also boosting the civil construction outlook, they said. “I think that’s really encouraging to see … the federal […]

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Backlog ticks up, remains historically elevated

Mar 16, 2023 (0) comment , , ,

New work continues to surge despite a gloomy economic forecast and elevated borrowing costs, according to analysis from Associated Builders and Contractors. Permission granted by Associated Builders and Contractors   Brief: Construction backlog increased 0.2 months to 9.2 months in February despite concerns around financing, according to Associated Builders and Contractors. The backlog reading regained […]

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