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Practical guides for specialty contractors bidding on public works jobs: bid bonds, prevailing wage, compliance requirements, and how to avoid the most common reasons bids get rejected.

May 1, 2025 · 7 min read

What Is a Bid Bond and When Is It Required on Public Works Jobs?

A bid bond is one of the most commonly misunderstood requirements in public construction bidding, and one of the most common reasons bids get rejected. Here's what you need to know before your next submission.

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May 8, 2025 · 9 min read

Davis-Bacon Act: What Small Contractors Need to Know About Prevailing Wage

The Davis-Bacon Act has governed federally funded construction since 1931, but many small specialty contractors don't fully understand when it applies, what it requires, and what happens when they get it wrong.

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May 15, 2025 · 8 min read

Public Works Bid Rejected: The Most Common Reasons and How to Avoid Them

Bid rejection happens more often than most contractors expect, and most rejections are preventable. Here are the most common reasons public bids get thrown out, and what you can do before the next deadline.

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