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November 2, 2020 | ISSUE #44
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PRE-BIDS & BID OPPORTUNITIES

Caltrans Project 04-0J5204

Repair spalled surface area and place structural concrete bridge.In Alameda County In Livermore At Greenville Overhead
The Contractor must have either a Class A license or a combination of Class C licenses which constitutes a majority of the work.

BID DUE DATE:  Tuesday, November 3
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Caltrans Project No. 04-0A7714

Construct pedestrian overcrossing bridge and retaining walls. The Contractor must have either a Class A license or any combination of the following Class C licenses which constitutes a majority of the work: C-8, C-50.

BID DUE DATE:  Wednesday, January 6
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City of Oakland: HSIP Oakland Hills Project No. 1004013

The proposed work consists, in general, of replacing damaged metal beam guardrails with the current standard double midwest guardrail systems at 27 locations in the City of Oakland hills. Guardrail improvement work will include upgrading existing guardrail sections, end treatments, mounting hardware, post and foundations to current Caltrans standards. In some cases, guardrail extensions are needed to fill in minor gaps, or an AC curb is required to control drainage.

PRE-BID MEETING DATE: Tuesday, November 3 at 11:00 AM
BID DUE DATE:  Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 2:00 PM 
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City of Oakland: HSIP Downtown Signals Project No. 1004016

The proposed work consists, in general, of installing crosswalk enhancements and signal upgrades at 13 intersections along Broadway, Webster Street, Franklin Street at 7th Street, 8th Street, and 9th Street, and Harrison Street at 7th Street, 8th Street, 9th Street and 10th Street. Work will include the installation of signal mast arms, vehicle and pedestrian signal upgrade, pedestrian push buttons, pedestrian speakers, countdown pedestrian signal heads, internally illuminate street name signs (IISNS), curb ramps, and other work.

PRE-BID MEETING: Tuesday, November 3 at 11:30 AM
BID DUE DATE: Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 2:00 PM 
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City of Oakland: Sanitary Sewer Rehab Sub-Basin Project No. 1003201

The proposed work consists of rehabilitating approximately 15,108 linear feet of existing 8-inch and 300 linear feet of existing 15-inch diameter sewer pipes by pipe-expanding, open trench or CIPP method; rehabilitating sewer structures; reconnecting and rehabilitating house sewer connections, and other related works as indicated on the plans and specifications.

BID DUE DATE:  Thursday, November 05, 2020 at 2:00 PM 
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East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Project #SD426

Main Wastewater Treatment Plant Process and Gas Piping Replacement. Work includes: (1) replacing approximately 220-ft of 10-in high pressure digester gas pipelines with 6-in and 8-in stainless steel pipelines, (2) replacing approximately 30-ft of 18-in low pressure digester gas pipelines in the Power Generation Station basement with stainless steel equivalents, (3) demolishing approximately 140-ft of 10-in transfer sludge line in the digester gallery and installing new piping on another alignment, (4) installing additional piping supports in specific locations at the Power Generation Station Boilers, and (5) performing other related work located in Oakland, CA

BID DUE DATE:  Wednesday, November 4 at 1:30 PM
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East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Project #2163

Work includes: Demolition of the existing out-of-service 30-million gallon, open-cut reservoir, including the removal of reservoir roof and framing, metal rebar, and flooring liner. Crushing all concrete material from columns, floors, slopes, walls, pipeline supports, and the outlet structure to the specifications for Caltrans Class 2 aggregate base. Disposal of hazardous material; Installing a drainage grate and connecting to the existing 30-inch drain pipeline. Cutting, capping, and internally grouting a portion of the 36-inch inlet/outlet pipeline.

PRE-BID JOB SITE MEETING: Thursday, November 5 at 1:00 PM

BID DUE DATE:  Wednesday, November 25 at 1:30 PM
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East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Project #2160

Cathodic Protection Anode Well Demolition. Sawcut the asphalt and excavate the top of the anode well. Provide traffic control around the work. Demolish the anode wells.  

BID DUE DATE EXTENDED:  Wednesday, November 18 at 1:30 PM
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Peralta Community College District RPFF 20-21/06

Design Build Construction Services for the Berkeley City College 2118 Milvia Expansion Project
BID DUE DATE:  Friday, November 6, 2020 at 2:00PM
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Port of Oakland: Demolition and Removal of Port of Oakland Cranes X402, X403 and X404 at Berths 20 and 21

The work, in general, consists of furnishing all labor, materials, appliances, tools, equipment, transportation, services and supervision required to demolish and remove Paceco Cranes X402, X403, and X404 at Berths 20-21, and a crane busbar at Berths 20-21.

BID DUE DATE:  Monday, November 9 at 12:00 PM
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Reminder: Alameda County Public Health Order Requires Face Coverings
 

The Alameda County Health Officer issued Health Order 20-08 requires the wearing of Face Coverings, with limited exceptions. All attendees to the pre-bid meeting and bid submittal will be required to wear a Face Covering and to comply with the latest County Health Order that is in effect on the date of meeting/attendance. The Health Order is available for review on the ACPWA website. Below, you can also view a PDF of the Public Order.

Alameda County Public Works Agency Project 2366

This project consists of providing traffic control system; providing construction area signs; providing water pollution control; furnishing and applying dust control measures; providing project notification to residents and local authorities; removing existing traffic strips, markings, and markers; grinding existing asphalt concrete pavement; constructing new asphalt concrete pavement; installing new asphalt concrete dike; constructing new pedestrian ramps; installing new striping and pavement markings; installing new traffic signal and highway lighting system; and cleaning site at the intersection of Tesla Road and Greenville Road in Livermore, Alameda County, California.

BID DUE DATE: Tuesday, November 17 at 2:00 PM
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Turntable Replacement at the Concord Yard (OCY) Project No. BARTD-54RR-350

Description of work includes turntable equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and testing; prefabricated equipment shed for the controls of the turntable equipment; site mobilization; Fencing: temporary non-conductive construction safety barrier, as indicated; Demolition and removal of existing turntable equipment and utilities; steel deck, concrete approach slabs, foundation, equipment shed and foundation, associated utilities, and existing features, as indicated; Demolition and removal of existing trackwork and more.

BID DUE DATE:  Tuesday, November 17 at 2:00 PM
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Bay Area Rapid Transit: Hayward Maintenance Complex (Phase 2) Civil Grading BARTDD-01RQ-102

The Work consists of site and civil improvements to the existing BART Hayward Rail Yard Storage Yard and due to underdeveloped land located north of the BART rail storage rack and east of the BART mainline tracks.

See also under "Events" in this newsletter for the Matchmaking Session being held as part of the promotion for this opportunity.

BID DUE DATE:  Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 2:00 PM 
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City of Emeryville: On-Call Traffic Signal and Streetlight Maintenance Services Project No. RFP-2101

The City of Emeryville desires to contract for the maintenance and repair of the City’s traffic signal systems, streetlights, and safety lighting systems

BID DUE DATE: Tuesday, November 24 at 4:00 PM 
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Alameda county Transporation Corporation

Alameda County Transportation Commission Project Information Meeting

Take a look at the six-month look-ahead contracting opportunities.
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PRIME BID REQUESTS

Laney College Locker Room Renovation - D/B

Owner: Peralta College. This is a design build project. The scope of work includes a new MEP system, HVAC system, fire protection system installation, and installation of limited new furniture, fixtures and equipment.

BID DUE DATE:  Thursday, November 19 at 2:00 PM 
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Midstate Construction: Avance Apartments

The new construction of six apartment buildings and a multipurpose building, within the 'scope of work' area, and associated site work for utilities and accessibility improvements. In addition, rework of existing building to include structural reinforcement in basement, replacement of furnace, water heater, PG&E meter, roof tile, relocation of sump pump, and replacement of non-original 2nd story window.

This project is subject to State and Federal Prevailing Wages, the higher of the two. All Local Business Enterprise (LBE)/Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE)/Women Business Enterprise (WBE)/Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)/Section 3 subcontractors are encouraged to bid. This project is subject to Measure A1 labor and compliance requirements.

BID DUE DATE:  Friday, November 20
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IMPORTANT EVENTS

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission’s 7th Annual Women in Construction Virtual Expo

Location: Via Blue Jeans. Link will be distributed Thursday, November 5th.

DATE:  Friday,  November 6 at 8:00AM 
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BART Matchmaking Session

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is hosting a Matchmaking Session for Contract No. 01RQ-102, Hayward Maintenance Complex (Phase 2) Civil Grading. The work includes, but is not limited to, site and civil improvements to the existing BART Hayward Rail Storage Yard and the underdeveloped land located north of the BART rail storage rack and east of the BART mainline tracks as described in the Summary of Work, Section 01 11 00 of the Technical Specifications.

See BART post under "Pre-Bids & Bid Opportunities" in this newsletter for the Bid Request related to this Contract.

MATCHMAKING EVENT:  Tuesday, November 10 at 4:30 PM
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Build Peralta Academy Small Business Technical Assistance Bootcamp Workshop

Join the fourth part of the Build Peralta Academy, Peralta Community College District's Bond Program Technical Assistance 9-Part Workshop Series. This workshop is on "Change Management: How to Manage Scope - Schedule - Budget." Learn the principles of planning for the identification and management of changes.
Panel of Construction Management Firms include: AECOM, Swinerton, Roebbelen and Kitchell

BID DUE DATE:  Thursday, November 12 at 5:00 PM 
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Government Contracting & Bid Protests: Back to Basics 

Join Norcal PTAC and Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, for a webinar on competitive bidding, how to deal with bid protests, and common pitfalls.  In this webinar, members of Manatt’s government and regulatory practice will examine the nuts and bolts of competitive bidding, the different types of competitive bidding, how to deal with bid protests, and common pitfalls after contract award.

DATE:  Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 10AM
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See all upcoming SBDC Virtual Small Business Webinars

Upcoming webinars on a variety of topics designed to support small business success!
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SBDC Norcal Ongoing Webinars on COVID-19 Live Q&A

Northern California SBDC is hosting a regular drop-in meeting for Small Business Owners.
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Small Business Administration (SBA) Federal Contracting Webinar Series

Informative courses for contractors interested in pursuing Federal government contracts.
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Ohlone Community College Non-Credit Courses for Small Businesses

Ohlone Community College offers free Small Businesses Courses to help improve their business and professional development.   Visit the Ohlone Community College Noncredit Courses Schedule site to register and for more information.
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Interested in learning more about working with State Agencies + Getting Certified?

Check out these construction-focused webinars:
1.    The SB/DBE Certification Series
2.    The Contracting Series of Webinars

Hosted by: Granite Construction, DGS, CAlTrans, SBDC, CPM Logistics, Cal Coastal. Please contact Michele@cpmlogistics.net with any questions or if you need assistance registering for any events.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS

Click on the image above to read the lastest newsletter from Supervisor Haggerty

Are You A Small Or Diverse Business That Would Like To Work With McCarthy?

COVID-19 may be keeping us apart right now, but we at McCarthy remain committed to continuing our outreach to small and diverse businesses. We want to get to know you and your business, invite you to future outreach events and keep you advised on bid opportunities in your area.

Complete an online survey to help McCarthy to get to know your company.

To prequalify, visit our Online Subcontractor Pre-qualification Application.
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Contractors State License Board Reminds Contractors to Include License Number on Vehicles and Advertisements

The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is reminding licensed contractors to include their license number on all commercial vehicles and advertisements. This includes online sales postings and websites, as well as newspaper, radio, and television advertisements.
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City of Oakland: Grant Opportunities for Nonprofits, Small Businesses, Individual Artists, and Arts Nonprofits


The City of Oakland announced new grant opportunities for small businesses, Individual Artists, and Arts Nonprofits. The CARES Arts Fund is distributing $1,425,000 in the form of grants up to $3,000 for individual artists, and grants up to $20,000 for small arts nonprofits based on budge size. Small businesses can also apply to separate grant opportunity for up to $10,000. Oakland-based nonprofits can also apply for grants of up to $25,000
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BART’s New Oakland Headquarters at 2150 Webster - Pre-Award SBSS Services  

BART's Small Business Support Services (SBSS) is here to help you prepare for the various trade packages that Turner, the Design/Build General Contractor, will soon advertise. If you are interested in becoming a subcontractor on this project, please make sure you have completed the Available Subcontractors List Pre-Qualification Process and Intake Form. Your firm must be pre-qualified in order to be considered for the project.
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Complete the Subcontractor Pre-Qualification Intake Form
Peralta Outreach

Peralta Community College District

If you’ve missed the Peralta Community College District's First Virtual Matchmaking Outreach on Tuesday, September 8th, 2020, you can check out the presentation from that event by clicking on the link below.
Virtual Matchmaking Outreach Presentation
Peralta Community College District hosted its first (virtual) Business Outreach meeting for the $800M Bond Program on May 28, 2020.  The Webinar featured a welcome by Chancellor Regina Stanback Stroud, an overview of Measure G by Vice Chancellor Leigh Sata, and an introduction to the PCCD facilities and program management team, with a specific update on $800M bond program projects.

Click here to view the presentation
Click here for downloadable presentation
Click here for more information on the bond program and construction opportunities
Virtual Business Outreach Video
All contractors interested in working on CUPCCAA projects under the Peralta Community College District Bond Program, please click the link below for the application. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at: buildperalta@peralta.edu
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Take advantage of the Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program to boost your business!

The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is encouraging licensed contractors to take advantage of the Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program to boost their business during the pandemic.
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ACG Construction Impact Model

AGC has partnered with a leading regional economist, Brian Lewandowski of the University of Colorado Boulder, to create AGC's Construction Impact Model. The model is a tool that can be used by members, chapters, policy makers and researchers to understand the economic impact of infrastructure investment by state.
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Measure A1 Affordable Housing Citizens' Oversight Committee Meetings

The Measure A1 Affordable Housing Community Oversight Committee holds regular meetings to fulfill its mandate of reviewing Measure A1 annual report to ensure bond proceeds are in compliance with the 2016 ballot measure. To review past meeting minutes, the agenda and schedule for upcoming meetings, and more information on Measure A1, visit the Alameda County Housing Authority website.

For more information about Measure A1 and the Affordable Housing Community Oversight Committee, contact Bob Fuller at robert.fuller@acgov.org

COVID-19 RESOURCES

Alameda COVID-19 Food Distribution & Services Map

 
A collaboration between the Alameda County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Care & Shelter Branch, Alameda County Community Food Bank, Alameda 211 and individual cities has resulted in the development of an interactive map showing food distribution sites and other essential services, throughout Alameda County, which are currently open under the COVID-19 Shelter-In-Place Order. The map will be updated regularly and will remain active for the duration of the Shelter-In-Place Order. Click on the image above to visit the Alameda County's interactive map website.

State of California Dedicated COVID-19 Resources Website
 

Information about the Statewide Order to Shelter-at-Home, latest COVID-19 statistics, and statewide individual and business resources available (including how to apply for Unemployment and State Disability), as well as tips on protecting yourself and others. There is also an extensive social media toolkit to help you share vital information with your local networks.
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Alameda County's Workforce Development Board Offers No-cost Workforce-related Services
 

Have you been laid off, had your wages cut or otherwise been financially affected by COVID-19 and need help paying your bills? Contact your nearest Career Service Provider location for more information.
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COVID-19 Websites for District 5 Cities


District 5 cities have set up their own websites with relevant information, resources, and updates regarding COVID-19. Whether you want to know about what essential services will remain open, if parking rules will be enforced, or how you can help support your neighbors and local businesses in need of assistance, be sure to check back regularly on these websites for the most up-to-date information:

City of Albany
City of Berkeley
City of Emeryville
City of Oakland
City of Piedmont

Alameda County Board of Supervisors


Alameda County: District Supervisor's Updates Available:


District 1 - Supervisor Scott Haggerty's COVID-19 Resource Update
District 2 - Supervisor Richard Valle's COVID-19 Resource Update
District 3 - Supervisor Wilma Chan's COVID-19 Resource Update
District 4 - Supervisor Nate Miley's COVID-19 Resource Update
District 5 - Supervisor Keith Carson's COVID-19 Resource Update
 

Alameda County Public Health Department


Alameda County Public Health Department

See the most recent updates to the County's Shelter-in-Place orders by visiting the Alameda County Public Health Department's website.
Visit ACPHD website
See the latest information and updates about Alameda County's Public Health response to COVID-19.
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Alameda County Expands COVID-19 Testing!

Alameda County offers more COVID-19 testing sites for its residents.  Check out new locations here.

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City of Oakland Expanded COVID-19 Testing

The City of Oakland is partnering with Brown and Toland to provide free COVID-19 testing to people who live or work in Alameda County regardless of insurance or immigration status.

Testing is available to anyone who is working or volunteering outside the home who has symptoms (fever, cough, and shortness of breath) or who has been exposed to COVID-19.

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From 2-1-1 Alameda County: Free Flu Vaccines Available

FamilyWize and Walgreens have partnered to provide free flu vaccination vouchers for uninsured California residents. If you are uninsured and would like to receive a free flu shot voucher, please call 211 to be connected with one via email. Through this program, these free flu vaccine vouchers are available in limited quantities on a first come-first serve basis, and are valid through March 15, 2021. To keep communities safe during COVID-19 conditions, Walgreens will only administer flu vaccinations at their stores.
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Alameda County Emergency Rental Assistance Program

The Emergency Rent Assistance Program (ERAP) is designed to assist very low- to low-income families and individuals who are suffering a temporary financial setback due to the COVID-19 public health emergency and need help with delinquent rent and achieve housing stability.

Rent assistance in the form of a grant for tenants experiencing an inability to pay rent due to a loss of income related to the COVID-19 public health emergency. Up to two months’ worth of rent or $3,500; if previously assisted through another rental assistance program up to one month’s rent or $1,750.  The form of assistance will be a grant paid directly to the landlord.
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City of Oakland Rental Assistance Resources
City of Berkeley Rental Assistance Resources
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Alameda County Economic and Community Development Agency
 

COVID-19 Small Business Response Resource page   
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Food Bank delivers vital sustenance to community members impacted by COVID-19

If you can donate or volunteer, please consider the Alameda Community Food Bank, as they are working tirelessly to provide food to our community. If you or anyone you know is in need of food, please connect them with the Alameda Community Food Bank.
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Community Fund seeking donations and offering assistance

Created to help local businesses, non-profit organizations and residential renters impacted by COVID-19, Alameda Strong is seeking donations from and offering assistance to Alameda County community members. If you are in a position to help or if you need help, please visit their website to learn more.
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Business For All

Grant Opportunity

Apply for grants up to $50,000 to support business growth, including $10,000 emergency COVID-19 Business for All Grants to help small businesses in crisis. Join leaders such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Kristen Bell, Lisa Price, Armando Christian "Pitbull" Perez, and Jeff Hoffman to empower every American with an entrepreneurial spirit.
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Cal-OSHA COVID-19 Guidelines 

The updated guidance includes employee training, safe work practices, procedures for training and disinfecting, and employee screening. 
View CalOSHA COVID-19 Safety Guidelines

Cal-OSHA Revised Enforced Guidance for Recording Cases of COVID-19


This memorandum provides updated interim guidance to Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs) for enforcing the requirements of 29 CFR Part 1904 with respect to the recording of occupational illnesses, specifically cases of COVID-19.
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Associated General Contractors (AGC) COVID-19 Safety and Health Resources 

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Center for Construction Research and Training


Center for Construction Research and Training

CPWR and NABTU have just released COVID-19 Standards for U.S. Construction Sites, a new national standard for infectious disease exposure control practices for job sites designed to prevent disease, disability and death. They are available in English and Spanish
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US Dept of Labor

OFCCP Ombuds Service is Officially Available to Contractor Community 

The new Ombuds Service is as a place where compliance assistance meets conflict resolution, a combination aimed at enhancing communication, promoting collaboration, addressing concerns, and ultimately helping to achieve everyone’s goal of equal employment opportunity. View the OFCCP Ombuds Service web page.
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Contractors: Stay Informed Statewide and Nationwide

SBDC Coping with COVID: Prepping to Apply for Emergency SBA Economic Injury Loans  

Northern California SBDC Hosts a panel of advisors to answer your questions on how small businesses can prepare and apply for an SBA Economic Injury Loan. Panelists include expert financial advisors from across the Norcal SBDC network as well as a representative from the Small Business Administration.

For assistance or if you would like to speak with a NorCal SBDC Financial Advisor, please reach out to Ally Bradley

Ally’s Contact Information:
Ally Bradley
Call Center Specialist  
NorCal SBDC Finance Center
918 5th Street, 1st Floor
Sacramento CA 95814
O: (833) 275-7232
Direct: (916) 299-7233
E: ally@norcalsbdc.org
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Ongoing Webinars and step-by-step Guidance

Visit the SBDC website for information on applying for small business economic injury loans and about other small business survival resources.

Click the button below to see an overview of their COVID-19 Resources.
SBDC COVID-19 Resources

SBDC Small Business Survival Guide

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CMAA


COVID-19 Construction Management Support Forums

Construction Management Association of America’s (CMAA) Norcal Chapter construction management virtual forum.
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COVID-19 Business Recovery Resources

A variety of resource links for small businesses affected by the pandemic.
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Contractors and Sureties Beware – New Force Majeure Clauses in Public Works Contracting are Here     

With the progression of COVID-19, public works contractors and their sureties have been focusing on the impacts of the Pandemic, with particular attention to Force Majeure issues.  Essentially, the analysis has been tailored to whether the Pandemic would be grounds for a contractor to claim Force Majeure, and thus be entitled to additional time to complete their project without penalty.
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Additional Resources
 

Emergency Loan Resources Chart

Visit our Regularly Updated COVID-19 Resource Pages
Visit our COVID-19 Resource Links page
Visit our COVID-19 News & Resources page
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