This new program, which will be administered by the Department of Transportation’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), allows certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) companies to be reimbursed for bonding premiums and fees incurred on transportation infrastructure projects funded by ARRA. The program will be especially helpful for small businesses with traditionally less working capital than larger contractors.
Under the DBE ARRA BAP program, DBEs performing on a transportation and infrastructure projects receiving ARRA funding assistance from any DOT mode of transportation will receive financial bonding assistance in the form of bonding fee cost reimbursement. This provision is applicable to a subcontract or prime contract at any tier in the construction project.
Under this program DOT will directly reimburse DBEs the premiums paid to the surety company for performance, payment or bid/proposal bonds. The range of the premium fee is between 1-3% of the total bond amount. In the event the DBE also obtains a bond guarantee from Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Surety Bond Guarantee Program (SBGP), the DOT will also reimburse the DBE for the small business concern (principal) fee of .729% of the contract price.
Visit http://www.dot.gov/recovery/ost/osdbu/index.htm for more information about this program.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Small Business Contract Opportunities
The Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Construction Authority has $600 million for construction of the light-rail transit line from Pasadena to Azusa.
Are you interested in bidding on this project? Attend the no-cost workshop being hosted by the Authority on September 15th at 8:30 AM. The event will be held at the Doubletree Hotel, 924 W. Huntingon Drive, Monrovia.
Reservations are required. Call 714-973-1335 or visit the web site:
Are you interested in bidding on this project? Attend the no-cost workshop being hosted by the Authority on September 15th at 8:30 AM. The event will be held at the Doubletree Hotel, 924 W. Huntingon Drive, Monrovia.
Reservations are required. Call 714-973-1335 or visit the web site:
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Safety & Bonding for Contractors Workshop
Module 6 of the California Construction Contraction Program focuses on the regulatory requirements in regards to safety and bonding. Safety compliance and record keeping are important aspect of operating a successful construction firm. Any contractor interested in participating in public sector projects must be able to obtain bonding. With the new U. S. Small Business Administration and Caltrans’ Bonding Assistance Initiative Program, attendees will learn how these two organizations have teamed to provide information and assistance to contractors to utilize the U. S. Bond Assistance Guaranty Program.
Courses include:
Course 1 (8/19/2009 - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Safety Part 1: CAL/OSHA Regulations and Recordkeeping
This class will cover important Cal/OSHA recordkeeping requirements, required forms, and recording criteria, a detailed look at the Annual OSHA Injury and Illness Survey, and the major differences between State and Federal standards.
(Lunch Provided for Courses 1 & 2)
Course 2 (8/19/2009 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Safety Part 2: CAL/OSHA Workplace Injury and Illness Prevention Program
This course will highlight the importance of an Injury and Illness Prevention Program and provide guidelines to implement a program to comply with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
Course 3 (8/20/2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
A Contractors Guide to Bonding
Areas to be covered in this course include what is a surety bond and how it is differs from insurance, how to meet surety bond requirements, and what happens when issues arise on the bonded project. You will also learn more about the Bonding Assistance Initiative Program.
For additional information and to register on-line go to: http://www.ocsbdc.com/training/cccp_module4.htm and click on Module 6.
Courses include:
Course 1 (8/19/2009 - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Safety Part 1: CAL/OSHA Regulations and Recordkeeping
This class will cover important Cal/OSHA recordkeeping requirements, required forms, and recording criteria, a detailed look at the Annual OSHA Injury and Illness Survey, and the major differences between State and Federal standards.
(Lunch Provided for Courses 1 & 2)
Course 2 (8/19/2009 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Safety Part 2: CAL/OSHA Workplace Injury and Illness Prevention Program
This course will highlight the importance of an Injury and Illness Prevention Program and provide guidelines to implement a program to comply with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
Course 3 (8/20/2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
A Contractors Guide to Bonding
Areas to be covered in this course include what is a surety bond and how it is differs from insurance, how to meet surety bond requirements, and what happens when issues arise on the bonded project. You will also learn more about the Bonding Assistance Initiative Program.
For additional information and to register on-line go to: http://www.ocsbdc.com/training/cccp_module4.htm and click on Module 6.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Project Management for Contractors from A to Z
This training program focuses on the bidding process. Caltrans advertises many new projects every single month. These workshops will address the processes and requirements for bidding a Caltrans project. Module 5 courses have been designed to assist contractors and sub-contractors interested in learning more about the bidding process, utilizing project management techniques, and how to identify bidding opportunities.
Module 5* Courses include:
Course 1 (7/31/2009 - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Project Management for Contractors
This class will provide a step-by-step overview of the Caltrans bid specifications and format, as well as, an inside look at the Caltrans bid process and format.
Course 2 (7/31/2009 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Bid Estimating
The course will review Caltrans contract administration requirements, how to prepare for pre-job conferences, understanding mobilization costs and procedures, and the closeout process.
Course 3 (7/30/2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Navigating the Caltrans Website
Areas which will be covered in this course include navigating the Office of Engineer site and tips to getting the most out of the Caltrans Division of Procurement and Contracts (DPAC) site and Look Ahead Reports. (Attendees are encouraged to bring laptops with wireless access for hands-on experience. A very limited number of laptops will be available for attendees use.)
*Please note that the standard sequence of classes has changed for this module.
Location: Rancho Santiago Community College District
2323 N. Broadway
Board Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
There is no cost to attend any of these programs, which are brought to you as part of the California Construction Contracting Program, a Caltrans and Small Business Development Center Partnership.
To register visit: http://www.ocsbdc.com/training/cccp.htm. For additional information, call 714.564.5200.
Module 5* Courses include:
Course 1 (7/31/2009 - 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Project Management for Contractors
This class will provide a step-by-step overview of the Caltrans bid specifications and format, as well as, an inside look at the Caltrans bid process and format.
Course 2 (7/31/2009 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Bid Estimating
The course will review Caltrans contract administration requirements, how to prepare for pre-job conferences, understanding mobilization costs and procedures, and the closeout process.
Course 3 (7/30/2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Navigating the Caltrans Website
Areas which will be covered in this course include navigating the Office of Engineer site and tips to getting the most out of the Caltrans Division of Procurement and Contracts (DPAC) site and Look Ahead Reports. (Attendees are encouraged to bring laptops with wireless access for hands-on experience. A very limited number of laptops will be available for attendees use.)
*Please note that the standard sequence of classes has changed for this module.
Location: Rancho Santiago Community College District
2323 N. Broadway
Board Room 107
Santa Ana, CA 92706
There is no cost to attend any of these programs, which are brought to you as part of the California Construction Contracting Program, a Caltrans and Small Business Development Center Partnership.
To register visit: http://www.ocsbdc.com/training/cccp.htm. For additional information, call 714.564.5200.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Caltrans Opt-In Service
The Caltrans web site now offers a new feature for contractors that want to be considered as a subcontractor or supplier for a specific project. Adding your company to the opt-in list is easy.
On the advertised project list, each project has a link to opt-in. This link will take you to a simple form that you complete with your company name, address, phone and fax numbers, and description of services or products you can provide. In addition, you can indicate if you are DBE, DVBE, or SBE certified.
This is another way for you to connect with prime contractors to market your business.
On the advertised project list, each project has a link to opt-in. This link will take you to a simple form that you complete with your company name, address, phone and fax numbers, and description of services or products you can provide. In addition, you can indicate if you are DBE, DVBE, or SBE certified.
This is another way for you to connect with prime contractors to market your business.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
CALCON EXPO 2009
The California Construction Expo 2009 is the premiere gathering for contractors, designers, construction professionals, suppliers, and construction workers. This year’s Expo will be held on August 13, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Some of the highlights of this year’s event include:
· Access to viable public contracts valued from $5,000 to over $100 million
· Learn to manage cash flow during economic slowdowns
· Gain access to new “Green” design and construction opportunities in CA
· Participate in “Contractor Matchmaking” between general contractors and subcontractors
· Stay on top of industry innovation and best practices.
To learn more and to register, visit the California Construction Expo website at www.calconexpo.com. We’ll see you there.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Amtrak Pushes Small & Disadvantaged Business Enterprises to Apply for its Stimulus-Funded Projects
Small and disadvantaged business enterprises (SB/DBE) are encouraged to seek direct contracting or subcontracting opportunities for the hundreds of construction projects Amtrak intends to put out for bid this summer as part of $1.3 billion in stimulus-related funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Amtrak has reiterated their commitment to moving fast in order to put contracts in place to meet ARRA-funded project deadlines of February 2011.
Specifically, Amtrak is looking for firms to contract with directly or as a subcontractor in areas including: architects and engineers, construction, and security, to help with a variety of small and large infrastructure projects. Amtrak is currently seeking to find and pre-qualify companies that can bid and perform as prime contractors for these contracts.
In order to help the business community maximize the potential for contracting or subcontracting opportunities, Amtrak has posted the list of ARRA-funded projects by state with a summary of the work to be performed at this link: http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=Amtrak/am2Copy/Title_Image_Copy_Page&c=am2Copy&cid=1081442674477&ssid=322.
In addition, active contract solicitations can be found at Amtrak's Procurement Department Website at http://procurement.amtrak.com/. A listing is available of prime vendors Amtrak typically or currently contracts within the areas of architects and engineers, general contractors, major IT firms and firms that are eligible to submit proposals to manage a portion of the work to be performed at Amtrak train stations across the country. Amtrak is asking SB/DBEs to be pro-active and introduce themselves to these companies with specific projects of interest.
Sources: Amtrak, Metro Magazine
Specifically, Amtrak is looking for firms to contract with directly or as a subcontractor in areas including: architects and engineers, construction, and security, to help with a variety of small and large infrastructure projects. Amtrak is currently seeking to find and pre-qualify companies that can bid and perform as prime contractors for these contracts.
In order to help the business community maximize the potential for contracting or subcontracting opportunities, Amtrak has posted the list of ARRA-funded projects by state with a summary of the work to be performed at this link: http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=Amtrak/am2Copy/Title_Image_Copy_Page&c=am2Copy&cid=1081442674477&ssid=322.
In addition, active contract solicitations can be found at Amtrak's Procurement Department Website at http://procurement.amtrak.com/. A listing is available of prime vendors Amtrak typically or currently contracts within the areas of architects and engineers, general contractors, major IT firms and firms that are eligible to submit proposals to manage a portion of the work to be performed at Amtrak train stations across the country. Amtrak is asking SB/DBEs to be pro-active and introduce themselves to these companies with specific projects of interest.
Sources: Amtrak, Metro Magazine
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