About the Conference

The AGC Federal Contractors Conference is the only national event where AGC contractors and federal agency personnel can meet in a collaborative forum to review federal construction contracting issues from around the United States. This conference is designed to allow open dialogue between contractors and the federal agencies to discuss contracting issues critical to the construction industry. Top decision makers from the federal agencies with large construction programs will be in attendance. 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, foster better communication and real solutions.

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Who Should Attend?

If you are engaged in any aspect of constructing, designing, or planning a Federal project and you are 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 this great meeting.

AGC contractor members who perform Federal work are served by two Occupational Divisions - the Federal and Heavy Construction and the Highway and Transportation. 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 2013 AGC Federal Contractors Conference or are interested in sponsoring an event at the Conference, please contact AGC of America's Federal & Heavy Construction Division Staff:

• Jimmy Christianson | Director | Federal & Heavy Construction Division | (703) 837-5325 | christiansonj@agc.org
• Brynn Tupper | Associate Director | Government Affairs, Grassroots, International Construction | (703) 837-5376 | tupperb@agc.org

Schedule

*AGC Members Only

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 attendees to meet with their legislators on the importance of infrastructure funding and removing onerous government mandates that stifle economic growth for construction contractors.

AGC fully briefs and prepares attendees for meetings with their members of Congress. The legislative briefing is an informative session that features AGC subject matter experts on legislative issues who reinforce the importance of advocacy and prepares attendees to have successful and substantive meetings. All attendees will be provided 1-pagers on AGC's top issues to take with them on their visits. AGC also provides a customized state fact sheet that provides pertinent economic data on your state compared with the national averages on nonresidential construction spending, construction employment and construction industry pay.

Please indicate your willingness to participate in hill visits during the registration process for the AGC Federal Contractors Conference. Once you register for the conference, AGC staff will contact you to assist with scheduling the meetings with you members of Congress. Hill visits will take place in the afternoon on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. In addition, a member of AGC's Government Affairs staff will be 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, please email legislative@agc.org.

Top Issues for 2013

• AGC Vote Records

• The Key Role of Construction in Each State's Economy

• AGC's Top Policy Priorities for 2013

Advanced Federal Contracting Workshop

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When: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Where: The Mayflower Hotel, Washington, DC
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

AGC Member Rate: $300
Non-Member Rate: $500

AGC Member Rate w/ Conference Registration: $250
Non-Member Rate w/ Conference Registration: $350

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. Some topics that may be discussed include:

• Lower-Tier Subcontractor Davis-Bacon Compliance Tips for Prime Contractors
• Federal Small Business Program Compliance Update
• Effective Federal Proposal Writing & Navigating the Bid Protest Process
• MATOC, MACC & IDIQ Contracting: What are Contractors? Rights and Responsibilities
• Subcontractor Default: What Contractors Need to Know

The head of Davis-Bacon enforcement for the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage & Hour Division's Government Contracts Team, Timothy Helm, will begin the workshop with a discussion on lower-tier subcontractor compliance issues. Specifically, Mr. Helm will address how prime contractors can help their lower-tier subcontractors comply with Davis-Bacon and the increasing DOL effort to ensure compliance.

This is a special program for AGC's Federal Contractors Conference; an additional registration fee is required.

Army Corps of Engineers Safety Manual Revision Round Table

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When: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Where: The Mayflower Hotel, Washington, DC
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

This Round Table is free to Federal Contractor Conference registrants. For individuals who wish to attend only the safety manual revision round table, please see the rates below.

AGC Member Rate: $100
Non-Member Rate: $150

This round table session provides an opportunity for attendees to provide input into the Army Corps of Engineers Safety Manual (EM-385) revision process directly to Army Corps and NAVFAC safety representatives. Construction safety professionals are highly encouraged to attend. This will be one of the last opportunities to comment on the revision process before a new safety manual is released.

Presentations

Please click here to view the presentations from the 2013 AGC Federal Contractors Conference

For any questions regarding the presentations, please contact Brynn Tupper at (703) 837-5376 or tupperb@agc.org

Thank You to This Year's Sponsors!

All Sponsorship Opportunities Include

• Recognition as a sponsor on conference web site, in conference app, in marketing materials, and conference program (To the extent that time and space allow).
• Sponsorship signage at the registration area.
• Company tabletop exhibit in high-traffic area to ensure foot traffic and the opportunity to interact with attendees throughout the conference. One standard 6? skirted table, two chairs and one poster with company logo will be provided.
• One electricity drop, provided complimentary by AGC of America.
• Sponsor ribbons for your organization?s representatives.

Additional Sponsorship Information

• To receive the full benefit of each sponsorship package, plan to submit your sponsorship application at least two months prior to the scheduled event.
• Past sponsors are given first right of refusal for the same sponsorship opportunity the following year. All other sponsorships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
• AGC of America reserves the right to refuse sponsorship as it deems appropriate should there be a conflict of interest or in the best interests of the association.
• Once accepted by AGC of America, sponsorships are 100 percent non-refundable.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please download the sponsorship brochure to the right or contact Brynn Tupper at 703-837-5376 or tupperb@agc.org