The firm represented the low bidder in connection with the award of a County contract for certain highway improvements, following a hard bid process. The low bidder received a bid protest on the grounds it did not satisfy the licensure requirements for the project. Based on a careful reading of the project specifications and the County’s bid solicitation, the firm determined its client could satisfy the requirements if it acted swiftly to secure the necessary licensure certifications. The firm assisted the client to expedite its certification application with the Contractors State License Board and advocated on behalf of the client to assure the County the low bidder could timely meet all necessary requirements for the project. The County accepted the firm’s representations, the project was awarded to the low bidder client, and the client received the necessary certification in time to proceed with the project.
Counsel: Scott M. Bennett