Then they started looking at ways to make back the money by not spending as much time on the project as they could. Three years ago, officials, following a trend on the mainland, switched to awarding contracts based on a combination of price and a company's self-reported past performance. The 100 contracts let out under the new rules cover roofing, painting, waterproofing, air conditioning and electrical work. Miwa says the industry set the criteria for this. But there's always room for people to claim that you aren't doing it on a fair basis.
Contractors can recommend procedures, materials and other factors that they are familiar with.
Pilot programs of this system have been tested in Wyoming, Utah and Georgia as well as in Hawaii. Utah says it's getting the best construction results in 10 years. HireHonolulu Fill an opening, find a job Internet Directory Local businesses on the web Legal Center Hundreds of business legal tools Office Products Special deals on equipment, supplies.