Course Description
Pasadena, CA
Discover how to navigate the minefields of public contracting and procurement code with ease.
Do you want to know how to minimize the pitfalls inherent in public contracting? Now you can - attend this seminar and enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You will find out not only how to take advantage of the public procurement process for construction services, but also how to make strategic decisions concerning bid protests and contractual disputes.
Our experts will show you how public works projects are awarded and what you should do if you encounter a problem along the way. Presented from both legal and practical perspectives, this seminar will give you the tools you need to face the changing landscape in this often daunting field.
Who should attend?
This seminar is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice
presidents, purchasing professionals, construction and project managers,
administrators, city officials, engineers, architects, owners, contract
managers, planners and government contractors.
Benefits for You
- Master the bidding and contractor selection process - know what to do and what not to do
- Smoothly navigate through public works claim procedures
- Resolve thorny disputes arising out of public contracts
- Take the guesswork out of bid protest procedures
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to discuss the False Claims and Public Records Act.
- You will be able to address the differences between litigation vs. mediation.
- You will be able to describe evaluations and scoring of the proposal process.
- You will be able to identify the different instructions and prequalification of the bidding process.
Agenda
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This seminar will be presented by Laurence P. Lubka and Ronald E. White |
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8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
Registration |
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9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Procurement |
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- Goods and Services
- Professional Services
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10:15 AM - 10:30 AM |
Break |
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Public Works |
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- What Is a Public Work?
- Competitive Bidding
- Exceptions
- Design Build
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
The Bid Process |
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- Instructions and Prequalification
- Clarifications and Submission
- Mistake and Withdrawal
- Bid Protests
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
Lunch (On Your Own) |
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1:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
The Bid Process (Continued) |
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- Subcontractor Listing
- Bid Award
- Responsibility and Responsiveness
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1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
The Proposal Process |
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- Setting Criteria
- Evaluation and Scoring
- Challenging Awards
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2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
The Contract and Key Terms |
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- Spearin Doctrine
- No Pay for Delay
- Differing Site Conditions
- Must Proceed Clause
- Notice Provisions
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2:30 PM - 2:45 PM |
Break |
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2:45 PM - 3:30 PM |
The Contract and Key Terms (Continued) |
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- Change Order and Schedule Provisions
- Insurance
- Indemnification and Defense
- Termination for Default and Convenience
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3:30 PM - 4:00 PM |
Contract Claims |
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- False Claims and Public Records Act
- Managing the Claims Process
- License Law
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
The Dispute Process |
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- Withholding Funds
- ADR
- Prompt Payment
- Litigation vs. Mediation
- Small Claim Process
- Liquidated Damages
- Payment and Performance Bonds
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Long Beach, CA
Discover how to navigate the minefields of procurement code and public contracting with ease.
Do you want to know how to minimize the looming pitfalls inherent in public contracting? Now you can - attend this seminar and enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You will find out not only how to effectively coordinate the public procurement process for construction services, but also how to make strategic decisions concerning bid protests and contractual disputes.
Our experts will show you how public works projects are awarded and what you should do if you encounter a problem along the way. Presented from both legal and practical perspectives, this seminar will give you the tools you need to face the changing landscape in this often daunting field.
Who should attend?
This seminar is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice
presidents, purchasing professionals, construction and project managers,
administrators, city officials, engineers, architects, owners, contract
managers, planners and government contractors.
Benefits for You
- Master the bidding and contractor selection process - know what to do and what not to do
- Take the guesswork out of bid protest procedure
- Resolve thorny disputes arising out of public contracts
- Expert advice on how to comply with bonding and insurance requirements
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to review the False Claims and Public Records Act.
- You will be able to discuss the differences between litigation vs. arbitration.
- You will be able to describe evaluations and scoring of the proposal process.
- You will be able to identify different instructions and prequalification of the bidding process.
Agenda
|
This seminar will be presented by Laurence P. Lubka and Ronald E. White |
|
|
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
Registration |
|
|
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Procurement |
|
- Goods and Services
- Professional Services
|
|
|
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM |
Break |
|
|
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Public Works |
|
- What Is a Public Work?
- Competitive Bidding
- Exceptions
- Design Build
|
|
|
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
The Bid Process |
|
- Instructions and Prequalification
- Clarifications and Submission
- Mistake and Withdrawal
- Bid Protests
|
|
|
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
Lunch (On Your Own) |
|
|
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
The Bid Process (Continued) |
|
- Subcontractor Listing
- Bid Award
- Responsibility and Responsiveness
|
|
|
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
The Proposal Process |
|
- Setting Criteria
- Evaluation and Scoring
- Challenging Awards
|
|
|
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
The Contract and Key Terms |
|
- Spearin Doctrine
- No Pay for Delay
- Differing Site Conditions
- Must Proceed Clause
- Notice Provisions
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|
|
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM |
Break |
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|
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM |
The Contract and Key Terms (Continued) |
|
- Change Order and Schedule Provisions
- Insurance
- Indemnification and Defense
- Termination for Default and Convenience
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|
|
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM |
Contract Claims |
|
- False Claims and Public Records Act
- Managing the Claims Process
- License Law
|
|
|
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
The Dispute Process |
|
- Withholding Funds
- ADR
- Prompt Payment
- Litigation vs. Arbitration
- Small Claim Process
- Liquidated Damages
- Payment and Performance Bonds
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Oakland, CA
Discover how to navigate the minefields of public contracting and competitive bidding with ease.
Do you want to know how to minimize the looming pitfalls inherent in public contracting? Now you can - attend this seminar and enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You will find out not only how to effectively coordinate the public procurement process for construction services, but also how to make strategic decisions concerning bid protests, contractual disputes and project close-out.
Our experts will show you how public works projects are awarded and what you should do if you encounter a problem along the way. Presented from both a legal and practical perspective, this seminar will give you the tools you need to face the changing landscape in this often daunting field.
Who should attend?
This seminar is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice
presidents, purchasing professionals, construction and project managers,
administrators, city officials, engineers, architects, owners, contract
managers, planners and government contractors.
Benefits for You
- Enhance your understanding of the legal framework for local government procurements
- Take the guesswork out of bid challenge procedure
- Resolve thorny disputes arising out of public contracts
- Survival techniques for handling competitive bidding requirements and exceptions
- Expert advice on how to comply with bonding and insurance requirements
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to discuss the procurement of goods, services, materials and equipment.
- You will be able to review public works and competitive bidding law.
- You will be able to explain retention and prompt payment rules.
- You will be able to identify competitive bidding requirements and exceptions.
Agenda
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This seminar will be presented by Eric J. Firstman, Esq., Richard D. Pio Roda, Esq. and Benjamin T. Reyes II, Esq. |
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8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
Registration |
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9:00 AM - 9:15 AM |
Overview |
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9:15 AM - 10:10 AM |
Procurement of Goods, Services, Materials and Equipment |
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- Legal Framework for Local Government Procurements
- Procurement Policies
- Request for Quotes and Proposals
- Special Procurement Law Issues
- Local Preferences
- Consulting Contracts
- Indemnity Issues for Design Professionals
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10:10 AM - 10:25 AM |
Break |
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10:25 AM - 11:30 AM |
Public Works and Competitive Bidding Law |
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- Statutory Framework and Law Regarding Competitive Bidding
- Competitive Bidding Requirements and Exceptions
- Overview of Competitive Bidding
- Steps for Competitive Bidding
- Exceptions to Competitive Bidding
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11:30 AM - 1:30 PM |
Awards of Bids |
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(Lunch INCLUDED 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) |
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- Determining Responsive Bids
- Determining Responsible Bidders and Prequalification
- Rules Relating to Subcontractors
- Withdrawal of Bids
- Bid Protests
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1:30 PM - 4:15 PM |
Claims, Conflicts, Closeout |
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(Break 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM) |
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- Progress Payments
- Retention
- Waivers and Releases
- Prompt Payment Rules
- Stop Notice
- Payment Bonds
- Default and Termination Issues
- Liquidated Damages and Early Completion Bonuses
- Delay and Disruption Issues
- How to Handle Claims
- Contractual Requirements
- Claims Under $375,000 (Public Contract Code Section 20104, Et. Seq.)
- Government Code Claims Requirements
- Practical Considerations
- Alternative Dispute Resolution and Litigation
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4:15 PM - 4:30 PM |
Wrap-up, Evaluations, and Questions and Answers |
