Smith, Currie & Hancock's Federal Government Construction Contracts: A Practical Guide for the Industry Professional, 2nd Edition

This updated 2nd edition of Smith, Currie & Hancock's Federal Government Construction Contracts is written by the same author team as the bestselling guide to state and local construction law, Common Sense Construction Law. The book presents information in plain English, walks the reader through actual Federal contracts, highlighting unique clauses, and places where various government agencies use different language. The book teaches readers how to meet special requirements for government funded projects, and includes numerous checklists and "points to remember" that serve to summarize the key issues. 704 pp.

Table of Contents:

• Chapter 1: Federal Government Contracts and Commercial Contracts: A Brief Comparison.
• Chapter 2: Authority to Bind the Government, Contract Financing, and Payment.
• Chapter 3: Contract Formation.
• Chapter 4: Contract Types.
• Chapter 5: Socioeconomic Policies.
• Chapter 6: Government Contract Interpretation.
• Chapter 7: Differing Site Conditions.
• Chapter 8: Contract Changes.
• Chapter 9: Delays, Suspension, and Acceleration.
• Chapter 10: Inspection, Acceptance, Commissioning, and Warranties. Acceptance
• Chapter 11: Contract Terminations.
• Chapter 12: Payment and Performance Bonds.
• Chapter 13: Equitable Adjustments and Costs.
• Chapter 14: Project Documentation Techniques.
• Chapter 15: Contract Claims and Disputes.
• Chapter 16: Federal Grants Funding Construction Contracts.
• Chapter 17: The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and Government Construction Projects.