New Contracts Are Here
- Prime (owner-contractor agreement)
- Subcontractor (contractor-subcontractor agreement)
- Materials purchase
- ITO
- Early Pay Addendum for DSBE Subcontractors
- Wage Theft Information
Free to members
The contracts are licensed based on your email domain name. If you have any trouble opening them, contact Mike to double check your domain name.
Non-members license: $700 (or $550 if you are a member of a participating construction association).
Complete the license form here or contact Ana or Mike to request a participating association discount (you can contact your association to find out if you qualify). AGC’s form construction contracts are created by AGC-MN’s Contracts Committee which is composed of general contractors and subcontractors, in-house and outside attorneys, and business persons. The goal is to create contracts that are flexible, easy to use and understand, fair, dependable, and representative of industry practices. More information, license information, and technical requirements are here. To join the committee, contact Mike. |
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Keeping an Eye on the Clock:
Important Legal Deadlines that Construction Professions should be tracking
Legal deadlines can be difficult to track down and can be just as difficult to calendar. Yet the failure to properly calendar and track legal deadlines can have devastating consequences. In the hope of making things easier for construction professionals, this article provides a list of common deadlines and tips for how to find and calendar deadlines. Learn more
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Free Webinar: Inflation Reduction Act & Davis-Bacon - Legal Changes with Shocking Consequences
The newly passed Inflation Reduction Act includes substantial tax breaks for the owners of renewable energy projects if they are constructed and operated as required by the IRA.
From the contractor and subcontractors' points of view, this means complying with a set of prevailing wage requirements similar - but not identical to - Davis-Bacon requirements. It also means either complying with or being able to prove good faith efforts to comply with substantial apprenticeship requirements. In addition, Davis-Bacon rulemaking is under way that will substantially alter the landscape of federal contracting.
Any contractor bidding on or working on an IRA-eligible project needs to both be aware of these requirements and have a compliance plan in place before they start work.
AGC is co-sponsoring a live webinar next Thursday, February 16, with the Minnesota State Bar Association, including both a substantive presentation and a Q&A session hosted by 34-year labor attorney Andy Martone, who will go over both sets of requirements of the IRA and the proposed changes to Davis-Bacon in detail and provide an outline for an IRA compliance plan.
NOTE: To register for this free webinar you will need to create a non-member account with the Minnesota Bar. Choose "Other Non-Attorney" for your job function, and choose "Law Management Associate" for the next question. At the end of registration you will receive an email with a calendar invite containing the Zoom link for the webinar.
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Week 6: Road Construction Funding and Potential Bonding Bill |
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION (DEI) NEWS |
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AGC of Minnesota Celebrates Black History Month: Week 2
Welcome to another year of Black History where we educate, reflect, and celebrate the contributions African Americans have made to this country.
Last year, we focused on past contributions that African Americans made in Minnesota. This year, we will expand our focus on contributions and achievements African Americans have made that extend across the United States and beyond. From achievements in STEM to arts, sports, and politics, African Americans have made an imprint and an impact in all aspects of society for the greater good of everyone.
Click on the names below to learn more about this week's highlighted profiles!
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John H. Johnson Businessman and Publisher. First African American to appear on the Forbes 400 richest people in the US.
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First elected African American senator to serve a full term.
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American civil and women’s rights activist, focused primarily on improving the circumstances of African American women.
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MWBE Member Spotlight: AKMA Safety
This month's member spotlight is AKMA Safety, an MWBE member providing safety services and supplies to construction firms worldwide. Read about this member, and check out all the MWBE spotlights here! |
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MnDOT Commissioner Daubenberger confirmed by Senate vote
This week, Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Nancy Daubenberger was confirmed with bipartisan support by the Minnesota Senate.
Commissioner Daubenberger has worked for MnDOT for more than 23 years. She was appointed as the agency’s Commissioner by Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan in May 2022. Prior to serving as Commissioner, Daubenberger served as Deputy Commissioner and Chief Engineer for three years. She has also served as Assistant Commissioner for Engineering Services, the State Bridge Engineer, and previously worked in planning, project management and design roles for the MnDOT Bridge Office and Metro District. Earlier in her career, Daubenberger worked in consulting for about six years, in both bridge and road design.
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Paul Johns Named MnDOT State Construction Engineer
AGC joins our industry colleagues in congratulating and welcoming Paul Johns as MnDOT’s new State Construction Engineer and Director for the Office of Construction and Innovative Contracting (OCIC)!
Paul brings a wealth of experience and leadership to this position, having worked with MnDOT since 1989 and served in various positions within the Bridge Office, District 7, and OCIC during his MnDOT career. Paul served three years as the Contract Administration Engineer and most recently as the interim Office Director/State Construction Engineer for OCIC. He is a member of the AASHTO Committee on Construction and the AASHTO Technical Subcommittee on Contract Administration.
Paul is a familiar face to AGC, having served on joint technical committees, regularly participating in industry events, and being a resource on matters that arise throughout the year. AGC looks forward to working with him in this new capacity.
Congratulations, Paul!
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Request for Letters of Interest for the Statewide Pedestrian Bridge Design-Build Project
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is soliciting Letters of Interest (LOI) from companies interested in providing Design-Build services for the design and construction of a Statewide Pedestrian Bridge project (SP 8816-3427). This project involves the modification and partial reconstruction of several (likely 6-8) bridges in several MnDOT districts, possibly including Metro, 1, 3, and 8. The repairs are intended to increase the lifespan of the bridges while making them more accessible to all users. The project will likely include $10-14 million worth of scope.
Information regarding the bridges and associated Design-Build procurement can be found here.
Companies interested in receiving project notices and notifications, including a notice of the Request for Qualifications release, should send their LOI by email to:
Peter Davich, P.E. The Letter of Interest must state the name, phone number, and e-mail address of the person who would like to receive additional information about the project when available. No particular format is required for this letter: an email is acceptable.
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AGC Member Verizon Discount via NPP
AGC members are eligible for a corporate discount of 22% off Verizon monthly access fees, and up to 35% off the latest accessories.
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AGC Members Saved Over 14.5 Million Dollars Last Year Using
AGC Member Discount Programs
AGC Member Discount Programs offer a variety of benefits to our members, including access to high-quality services, state-of-the-art technologies, and premier products. Through our partnerships with leading companies, we are able to provide discounts on a wide range of products and services. These discounts are designed to help our members save money and improve their daily business operations.
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Is it Warm Enough to Talk Baseball?
There's a thaw in the air, major league pitchers and catchers report to their respective camps next Monday, and it's not too early to think about participating in the great American pastime this summer!
Join AGC staff and members for a St. Paul Saints game against the Louisville Bats on Wednesday, August 9 at 1:07 pm! Food and comfortable accommodations included!
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Winners of last year's Saints jerseys! |
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The Saints mascot Porknite stopped by our suite for a visit. |
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A unique perspective on the 2023 Leadership Blueprint cohort, who were in Nisswa this week getting unique perspectives on interpersonal communication skills and safety training!
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Webinar: Group Captives
If you pay at least $150,000 in combined Workers' Compensation, General Liability, and Automobile insurance premiums, have good loss experience, and have a strong safety culture, you're encouraged to participate in this lunch & learn on Thursday, February 23 put on by Kraus-Anderson Insurance.
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Save the Date!
Mark your calendar for the following upcoming AGC events:
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Thank You to our 2023 Annual Partners! |
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Interested in how advertising through AGC could benefit your firm?
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