Public Contracts and Procurement Regulations



Benefits

Discover how to navigate the minefields of public contracting and procurement code 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'll 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.

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
  • Expert advice on how to comply with bonding requirements
  • Enhance your understanding of alternative procurement and project delivery systems

Learning Objectives

  • You will be able to review bidder certification, pre-qualification and responsibility.
  • You will be able to recognize required bonds.
  • You will be able to identify which procurement statute you are under.
  • You will be able to discuss the Massachusetts prompt pay act.

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.

Continuing Education Units

  • AIA 6.0
  • AICP
  • CC 1.0
  • ISM 6.0

Speaker and Presenter Information

John P. Martin Attorney with the Construction Group of McCarter & English, LLP Brian C. O’Donnell — Moderator Assistant Attorney General in the Bid Unit of the Fair Labor Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office Joseph “Jed” Ruccio III Attorney in the Construction Practice Group at McCarter & English, LLP

Relevant Government Agencies

County Government, City Government, Municipal Government


When
Fri, Jun 24, 2011, 9:00am - 4:30pm


Cost

Registration:  $339.00
Registration + CD:  $438.00
CD/Manual Package Only:  $359.00
Bring a Colleague:  $289.00


Where
Holiday Inn Select Boston-Woburn
15 Middlesex Canal Park Road
Woburn, MA 01801
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Website
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Organizer
Lorman Education Services


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