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Introduction On many construction projects, particularly large projects facing schedule pressure, owners may begin occupying or using portions of the project before the work reaches substantial completion. This is often…
A construction contract is generally defined as an agreement between a builder and an owner for the construction or improvement of a building, structure, or other infrastructure. Because the work…
Introduction The imposition of new tariffs can create significant challenges for federal government contractors. Tariffs on imported goods such as steel, aluminum, and other materials may lead to higher procurement…
Introduction Steering Through the Storm of Tariff Uncertainty Tariffs on critical construction materials—steel, aluminum, lumber, and more—are roiling project budgets and schedules, leaving owners and contractors adrift in a sea…
As the name implies, flow-down clauses seek to “flow” (i.e., allocate) obligations and risk from one contract tier to the next. The ostensible purpose is to ensure that the respective…
Overview of Executive Order 14173 Federal contractors, subcontractors and grantees have until April 21, 2025, to comply with President Trump’s Executive Order (“EO”) 14173 entitled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring…
ConsensusDocs recently introduced noteworthy updates to its most used prime and subcontract agreements, detailed here. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the revisions made to the short…
By: Jeanne M. Harrison Associate, Smith Currie & Hancock LLP. Negotiating Material Escalation Clauses I recently bought a new home. One thing I noticed during my house search: new homes are…
Effective January 1, 2023, Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (VOSBs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Concerns (SDVOSBs) will be required to obtain Small Business Administration (SBA) certification to participate in any…