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 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.

Benefits for You

• Comply with - and comprehend - competitive bidding laws
• Avoid violations of lobbying restrictions
• Take advantage of alternative delivery methods to competitive bidding
• Make informed decisions regarding RFQs and RFPs
• Understand - and adhere to - fair subcontracting practices

Learning Objectives

• You will be able to discuss competitive bidding laws.
• You will be able to explain evaluation, award and challenge of bids.
• You will be able to describe restrictions on lobbying ex parte communications and nonpublic meetings.
• You will be able to review alternate delivery methods to competitive bidding.

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
• FL CLE 7.0 including City, County, and Local Government 7; State & Federal Government Administrative Practice 7
• FL CON 7.0
• FL ENG 7.0