Securing and Performing Work with a Prime Contractor: Do's and Don'ts

1805 Collaboration Place,Ames IA 50010

03 February, 2022

Description

Join us for a networking lunch and engage with a panel of prime contractors in varying areas of expertise. For companies in the Iowa Department of Transportation Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) program, this event will provide information and resources to learn about the bidding process to be competent and competitive in their responses as a subcontractor. The event will begin with a networking lunch, followed by a presentation by Associated General Contractors (AGC). A panel of four prime contractors will give insight on starting a business from the ground up. This is a perfect opportunity to network with them as well as other DBE's. Panelists: • Matt Triggs - President, Absolute Concrete • Drew Roberts - VP Estimating/Proj. Management, Absolute Concrete • Steve Sandquist - President, United Contractors • Andy Stone - Estimator/Project Manager, United Contractors For more, contact Mary Zimmerman at [email protected]. Since 1963, we have delivered proven services to enhance the performance of industry. Our approach, Engage. Educate. Embed., creates a specific solution that allows each business, along with its community, to prosper and grow. Coupled with a satisfaction guarantee, our typical client has achieved a 200% return on investment. A vast network of university and industry experts brings years of professional experience to CIRAS, making us a leading integrator of solutions in Iowa. Clients have reported an economic impact of more than $2 billion over the past five years. As the COVID-19 outbreak continues, the Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) continues to prioritize the health and safety of our communities, clients, and staff. We have made the decision to cancel or postpone all CIRAS in-person events till the end of July. Webinars will continue as planned. Full refunds will be issued for canceled events and to those unable to attend rescheduled events. Please contact us at [email protected] or 515-294-3420 with any questions.