Current Issues in Procurement of Architectural, Engineering, and Construction Management Services

February 19, 2020

Government Code Sections 4525 define a qualifications-based selection process where public entities may consider the price of proposed services in the procurement. This process was previously a three-step process starting with advertising for statements of qualifications, then developing a short list, and then requesting proposals from the short list to include resumes, comments on the contract, and price considerations if relevant; but is now often a four-step process, with the last step of negotiating sequentially with the most qualified firms.

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Plant Construction Company, LP

Founded in 1947, Plant Construction Company has grown to be a leader in the Northern California construction industry by concentrating on the exceptional execution of the work with which we are entrusted. This focus has produced a wide range of project experience and a diverse group of loyal clients for whom the company provides pre-construction services, construction management and general contracting services. Plant’s expertise includes office projects, hospitality, multi-family residential, retail shell and tenant interiors, public and private schools, commercial facilities construction, seismic bracing of major buildings, and restoration of important historical structures.

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Plant Construction Company, LP

Founded in 1947, Plant Construction Company has grown to be a leader in the Northern California construction industry by concentrating on the exceptional execution of the work with which we are entrusted. This focus has produced a wide range of project experience and a diverse group of loyal clients for whom the company provides pre-construction services, construction management and general contracting services. Plant’s expertise includes office projects, hospitality, multi-family residential, retail shell and tenant interiors, public and private schools, commercial facilities construction, seismic bracing of major buildings, and restoration of important historical structures.

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