Ike's Newsletter April 26, 2024
Change Order Payment
Washington state now requires contractors on both public and private construction projects to issue change orders within 30 days of completing additional work, with interest penalties and potential attorney fees for delays. This speeds up payment for subcontractors and suppliers, who are now included in the law's protections. Here is an article that explains this new law in greater detail.
Work Picture
- Data Center – if you are willing to travel to the Richmond area, DPR is starting a $240 million project to be completed in 2025. The developer is Chirisa, a Dublin-based company. Here is more information from Construction Dive.
- Mixed-Use in Bowie – The Baltimore Sun reports there is a $1.3 Billion job called the South Lake Marketplace in Bowie, anchored by a Giant. One must be a subscriber to read the article here.
Prepare for Industry Event to Address Scheduling and Finishing Trades
The ASAMW Board has been discussing the major issues facing them so that we can bring the most valuable discussions in front of our construction partners that will positively impact your projects. They agree that scheduling is an issue that perplexes even the best companies. What we can do to improve scheduling for all the parties will be discussed on Sept. 24th at the Bethesda North Marriott. Additionally, Finishing Contractors are particularly impacted by scheduling changes at the end of the project for which they do not get compensated. What can we do? Let’s get together to discuss strategies to accomplish fairness. Click here for more information and to register.