Aron C. Beezley and Nathaniel J. Greeson | BuildSmart In Nevada’s competitive public procurement landscape, contractors and vendors invest substantial time and resources to secure government contracts. When a bid is unsuccessful — especially when there’s a suspicion of procedural errors or unfair treatment — the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) provide a formal avenue for… Continue reading Bid Protests in Nevada
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Explaining Standard of Care in Construction Disputes
Ben Daee | J.S. Held Setting the Stage for Construction Litigation Support The scale and complexity of construction projects often lead to a different outcome than expected, creating a dispute between the parties. Many construction disputes boil down to the question of whether a practitioner met the standard expected in that circumstance. The experience and… Continue reading Explaining Standard of Care in Construction Disputes
Four Ways to Master the Twists and Turns of Construction Project Change Orders
Joshua Miles | Construction Executive Under budget, over budget, change orders and labor shortages. Construction projects are not lacking in surprises. Here’s how to be prepared for them. In an industry where projects often run over schedule and over budget, change orders, labor shortages and communication gaps can significantly reduce construction firms’ profits. Delays and… Continue reading Four Ways to Master the Twists and Turns of Construction Project Change Orders
It’s Called “Delegation” – Basic Risks and Considerations for Delegated Design on Projects
William Underwood | ConsensusDocs The use of delegated design on projects can create many practical benefits. But it can also create additional pitfalls and risks for contractors accepting delegated design responsibilities. Recognizing and understanding these various considerations is important for contractors taking on delegated design roles. This article examines some of these considerations and provides… Continue reading It’s Called “Delegation” – Basic Risks and Considerations for Delegated Design on Projects
Contractor’s Claim Denied: The Importance of Knowing Prior Projects in Differing Site Condition Disputes
Traeger Machetanz | Davis Wright Tremaine In Skanska Civil USA Southeast, Inc. ASBCA Nos. 61220, 61347 (April 3, 2025), the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals denied the contractor’s claim for differing site conditions. The contractor asserted claims for defective specifications and a differing site condition arising out of the demolition of two existing piers. A plan… Continue reading Contractor’s Claim Denied: The Importance of Knowing Prior Projects in Differing Site Condition Disputes