Public Works Contracting Series | Contractor’s Insurance Programs

Align your business for public works contracting success with expert advice in this three-part series.

Attend one session or all at your discretion.

• Session No. 1 | Contractor’s Insurance Programs | April 20
• Session No. 2 | Tips on Risk Mitigation | April 22
• Session No. 3 | Managing Your First Project | April 27

This three-part web series guided by Edward Duarte, Construction/ Public Works Specialist for Norcal PTAC is designed for contractors new to public works and those interested in deepening their understanding of this unique marketplace. Topics covered will help prepare attendees to be more successful in their public works projects and avoid pitfalls.

#1 Contractor’s Insurance Programs

Tuesday, April 20, 10:00am to 11:00am (60 mins)

Feeling daunted by public works insurance requirements? We can help demystify the process. This webinar will offer some clarity by discussing the various types of insurance coverage required by public works construction projects. Each type of policies, listed below, could theoretically be required on a specific construction contract, so it’s best to do your research ahead of time.

Webinar topics include:

• Workers compensation
• Public liability & property damage
• Professional liability (errors & omissions)
• Pollution coverage
• Increased coverage riders
• What is meant by “Additional Insured?”

Speaker

Edward Duarte

Construction/ Public Works Specialist for Norcal PTAC.

Edward Duarte is the founder and retired CEO of Aztec Consultants; a San Ramon-based professional construction management company and general contracting firm. Founded in 1986, Aztec specializes in public works, commercial, and institutional construction projects. Under his leadership, the company provided construction management services on over $250 million of public works contracts and built over $200 million as the general contractor of record, subcontracting with numerous DBEs and other minority-owned businesses. Duarte is also the co-founder, Program Director, and principal instructor for the Construction Management Certificate Program at Cal State East Bay.

Co-Hosts

Northern California Small Business Development Centers

Norcal SBDC is a nonprofit network made up of 18 centers that are dedicated to helping small businesses with every aspect of business creation, growth, management, and operation. Find your local SBDC today to start receiving one-on-one advising and low-cost training.

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