Fall 2010 issue of Horizons

The U.S. Government also imposes a host of social and economic policy goals through its contracts. These include requirements related to affirmative action programs, drug-free work place, subcontracting, and labor standards. A contractor considering bidding on work with state and local governments should obviously be very familiar with the specifications of that particular government agency. State agencies that regularly deal with construction activities (i.e., state transportation departments) may have specifications that are fairly close to FAR provisions. However, there are many state and local agencies that have specifications that are substantially different from FAR, and it is critical for the contractor to be aware of these specifications. Public sector and economic stimulus funds provide contractors with exciting opportunities during the current construction slowdown. Contractors entering the Government marketplace must

understand and be compliant with applicable regulations and statues governing the work. Obtaining this understanding and compliance will give contractors a strategic advantage over their competitors in both securing these government opportunities and performing the work in a profitable manner. For more information on ways RubinBrown can assist you and your business, please contact us.

RubinBrown’s Contractor Services Group

Glenn Henderson, CPA, CFP Partner Tax Consulting Services Group glenn.henderson@rubinbrown.com 913.499.4429

Frank Hogg, CPA Partner-In-Charge Contractor Services Group frank.hogg@rubinbrown.com 314.290.3413

Jim Massaro, CPA Partner

Leanne Rohr, CPA Manager Contractor Services Group leanne.rohr@rubinbrown.com 314.290.3280

Tax Consulting Services Group jim.massaro@rubinbrown.com 303.698.1883

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