2010 Federal Contractors Conference | AGC - The Associated General Contractors of America

Overview
Registration and Hotel
Workshop
Travel Information
Sponsorship Opportunities
2010 Presentations

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About the Conference

The AGC Federal Contractors Conference is the only national event where AGC contractors and Federal agency personnel can meet in a neutral forum and review procurement and contracting issues from around the United States. These insightful and highly productive exchanges have solidified the need for both Federal construction contractors and the Federal construction agencies to share information on a wide variety of issues and foster better communication and real solutions.

Who Should Attend?

If you are engaged in any aspect of constructing, designing, or planning a Federal project and you are either a general contractor, specialty contractor, service/supplier, attorney or any other important stakeholder already engaged in the Federal market, this conference has a place for you. If you are interested in learning more about Federal contracting opportunities and how to get started, this conference is a great place to begin your learning experience. AGC chapter leadership and staff are also invited to attend and be a part of the great meeting.

AGC contractor members who perform Federal work are served by three Occupational Divisions - the Federal and Heavy Construction, the Highway and Transportation, and the Municipal & Utilities Divisions. Division members perform a diverse range of projects including building construction for agencies such as the General Services Administration, military construction projects for our Armed Services highway and transportation projects for our nation, and water resources projects that benefit our nation's navigation and flood control. The Occupational Divisions provide members from specific industry segments the opportunity to stay informed of emerging issues and trends that are relevant to the type of construction work they perform every day.

If you have any questions regarding the 2010 Federal Contractors Conference or sponsoring an event at the Conference, please contact AGC of America's Federal & Heavy Construction Division Staff:

Marco A. Giamberardino, MPA | Senior Director | Federal & Heavy Division | (703) 837-5325 | giamberm@agc.org
Scott Berry | Program Coordinator | Construction Markets | (703) 837-5368 | berrys@agc.org

Capitol Hill Visits

Constituent visits are vital to a successful advocacy strategy on Capitol Hill. Given the pressing legislation currently being considered in Congress, it is imperative that your elected officials are aware of AGC's position on issues of importance to the construction industry. The AGC Federal Contractors Conference provides an excellent opportunity for legislators to hear directly from their constituents on the importance of infrastructure funding and removing onerous government mandates that stifle economic growth for construction contractors.

Once you register for the conference, AGC staff will contact you on your willingness to participate in these important meetings and can be available to arrange meetings with your Representative and Senators for you on the afternoon of April 29th. In addition, AGC will make our Government Affairs staff available to accompany you on visits if you wish.

For more information on the Capitol Hill Visits or to request help in scheduling a meeting, email legislative@agc.org.

Pricing and Registration

Registration includes the cost of all receptions and listed meetings. Hotel and travel are not included.

AGC Member Rate: $350.00 | Non-Member Rate: $875.00

Hotel Information

All meetings will be held at The Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

The Mayflower Hotel
1127 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
T: (202) 347-3000
F: (202) 776-9182

Hotel rates for this event: Standard Guestroom (single/double occupancy) $319

As of March 31, 2010 the hotel DOES NOT have any available rooms. Please feel free to contact The Mayflower as reservations could have been canceled and rooms might be open. These are hotels that are in the same area as The Mayflower.

The Quincy

1823 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 223-4320

Capital Hilton

1001 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 393-1000

The Madison, a Loews Hotel

1177 15th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 862-1600

Advanced Federal Contracting Workshop: Gaining the Competitive Advantage

If you are a construction contractor working for the federal government, you are well aware of the many different players in the process, including suppliers, service contractors, and sureties. With so many moving parts, these projects require detailed knowledge of the special procedures and legal principles applicable to government contracts that combine elements of administrative law procedure with federal contract law.

This advanced contracting program provides a detailed survey of federal government construction contracting including:

the award process,
debriefing requirements and strategies,
essential documentation practices,
how Source Selection Boards make their decisions,
key provisions such as the Differing Site Conditions and Changes clauses,
Past Performance Evaluations,
price/technical trade-off standards,
the Disputes Process, and
Contractor Ethics and Compliance Obligations.

This is a special program for AGC's Federal Contractors Conference, separate registration is required.
Conference Attendee Rate: $250
Non-Attendee AGC Member Rate: $350
Non-Attendee Non-Member Rate: $500

Travel Information

AGC has partnered with the following airlines and car rental agencies to provide transportation to AGC's Federal Contractors Conference. All airfares are based on availability. For the best discounts, use the AGC group code and book early!

The Mayflower Hotel is located approximately:

5 miles/15 minutes from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
27 miles/60 minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
33 miles/60 minutes from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)

Parking at the Renaissance Mayflower is $41 per day.

Approximate taxi fare to the Renaissance Mayflower from DCA is $18+; from IAD is $65+; and from BWI is $70+.

SuperShuttle fare to the Renaissance Mayflower from DCA is $14+; from IAD is $29+; and from BWI is $37+.

Airline Discounts

AGC travelers are eligible for the following discounts on their airfare:

AirTran Airways - Travelers may receive a 10% discount off published fares from any city to DCA, IAD or BWI when booking direct by calling 866-683-8368 and using event code Contractors10 and name of the event Associated General Contractors. Valid for travel January 1-December 1, 2010.
American Airlines - Travelers may receive up to a 5% discount off published fares from any city to DCA, IAD or BWI by booking online at www.aa.com when using the promotional code 5640AP. Valid for travel April 21-May 4, 2010.
Continental Airlines - Travelers may receive a 2-13% discount off published fares from any city to DCA, BWI or IAD by booking online at www.continental.com when using promotional code ZGK1A0DKJJ. Valid for travel April 22-May 2, 2010.
Delta Airlines - Travelers may receive a 2-7% discount off published fares from any city to Salt Lake City (SLC) by booking online at www.nwa.com when using the E-Cert - Meeting Agreement (WorldFile Number) Code NM4AU. Reservations can also be made over the phone at 800-328-1111. Valid for travel April 18-May 7, 2010.
JetBlue Airlines - Travelers may receive a 5% discount off published fares from any city to Salt Lake City (SLC) by booking online at www.jetblue.com/promo when using the promotional code FEDCON2010. Valid for outbound travel April 21-28, 2010 and return travel April 26-May 4, 2010.
Northwest Airlines - Travelers may receive a 2-7% discount off published fares from any city to Salt Lake City (SLC) by booking online at www.nwa.com when using the E-Cert - Meeting Agreement (WorldFile Number) Code NM4AU. Reservations can also be made over the phone at 800-328-1111. Valid for travel April 18-May 7, 2010.

Car Rental Discounts

AGC travelers are also eligible for the following discounts on their car rental rates:

Hertz - Renters may receive a variable discount on car rentals by booking online at www.hertz.com when using CDP Number 55977 and CV Number 04FJ0001.
Avis - Renters may receive a variable discount on car rentals by booking online at www.avis.com when using AWD Number A587100 or G027999.
Enterprise - Renters may receive a variable discount on car rentals by booking online at www.enterprise.com when using Meetings Customer Number L072041. The PIN number is AGC.

Sponsorships Available!

The Annual AGC Federal Contractors Conference brings together Federal construction contractors and Federal agency personnel to discuss Federal construction issues. If your company does work with the Federal government, this conference is where you need to be! Show your support by becoming a sponsor and place your company before this focused market!

Download the Sponsorship Brochure