E.F. Brett and Company is Requesting Bids for Ygnacio Valley Library Upgrades
E.F. Brett and Company, Inc. is requesting proposals from ALL subcontractors and suppliers including DVBE subcontractors and suppliers for the following project: Ygnacio Valley Library Upgrades. Owner: Contra Costa County Public Works DepartmentsBID DATE: 10/29/2025 at 2:00pm Bids need to be communicated to E.F. Brett prior to 12:00pm on the date of the bid. This bid opportunity can be found on our Online Plan Service.Click Here for the Notice to Contractors Scope of work: We are an equal opportunity
Safety & Training Short: Emails
Objective: To assure understanding of and adherence to safe practices for email use. Email has become one of the most commonly used methods of communication in the workplace, and many organizations’ policies include standards and requirements for email correspondence. If used incorrectly, email can harm your computer or your organization.Work email is for work: The email account provided by your employer is for use in communicating with colleagues, vendors, clients, suppliers, or other parties about
Wright ESD 2025-26 Contractor Registration Notice
California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act The Wright Elementary School District (District) has elected to become subject to participate in the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA). The District is inviting all licensed contractors to submit information for inclusion on the District’s list of qualified bidders for the 2026 calendar year.What is CUPCCAA? The California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Commission is under the umbrella of the
Safety & Training Short: Poison Prevention
What is a poison? A poison is defined as any product or substance that can harm someone if it is used in the wrong way, by the wrong person or in the wrong amount. Nearly 82 people in the United States are killed each day related to accidental poisoning. Another 1,900 are treated in emergency departments. Examples of possible poisons include:Some household productsChemicals in the workplace or environmentDrugs; prescription and over-the-counterHerbal, illegal or animal medicinesSnake bitesInsect
Safety & Training Short: Slip Trip and Fall Prevention - Stair Safety
Objective: To promote safe stair use behaviors to minimize fall risks Many falls occur on stairs. Employers are responsible to follow construction requirements to make stairs and handrails as safe as possible. However, employees also have a responsibility to use safe behaviors to minimize the risk of a fall.Safe BehaviorsAlways use the handrails when ascending and descending stairs.Do not rush on the stairs.Be cautious and focused, not distracted. (For example, do not use your cell phone while on
Flu Season is Here - Get Informed!
Falls is officially here and that means cool nights, cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice. But it also means flu season time… The more you know about the flu the better prepared you’ll be to stay healthy and keep your team going strong. 10 Flu Facts You Might Not Know* 1. The flu and a cold are not the same. Yes, they can feel similar. But the flu hits harder and faster. Think fever, body aches, chills, and serious fatigue. A cold usually builds slowly. The flu doesn’t wait. 2. You can spread the flu
Q&A fo Contractors #1431
Q&A for Contractors Week of 9/29/2025 By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services Sun-Tzu’s Art of War says, ‘battles are won in preparation’. Funny, same with license exams! ‘Hand me downs’ can include your contractor license too. Can you ‘get back to where you once belonged’ in resuming a class you dropped out of? Yes, another contractor also learns adding classes is almost unlimited!… Q: I have a pending application for a “C-61”/“D-35” (Pool and Spa Maintenance) license. I was approved for the Law
Safety & Training Short: Active Shooter Preparedness - Organizational Preparedness
Objective: To assure that your organization is prepared for an active shooter incident and is taking proactive steps to minimize the chances or effectiveness of a shooter on the premises No workplace is immune to the risks of an active shooter incident. However, there are steps that you can take to assure that your organization is prepared for the worst.Emergency Action Plan Preparing an emergency action plan helps all employees to understand the proper procedures for dealing with an active shooter
Build Your Team Faster with HammerLoop!
HammerLoop update! Hello fellow MBA members! HammerLoop was recently just displayed to the roughly 500 members of the Northern California chapter of ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors), through a large press email! This is something we are proud of. In the next 2 weeks, we will be at the San Rafael chamber of commerce's 'Level Up' event, we will be guiding construction workers through profile sign-ups through the Canal Alliance, and we have multiple events through ABC geared toward onboarding
Marin Builders Association Members: Save on your Workers' Comp!
Workers Comp Insurance Fraud: It costs more than you think
For more information, download this printable brochure here or contact: Marin County District Attorney's Office Attn: Insurance Fraud Unit 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 130 San Rafael, CA 94903 415.473.6450co.marin.ca.us/da
Marin Housing Authority Requests Bids on Several Projects
Marin Housing Authority is seeking a range of services, from electricians, to general contractors, to painters and several others. Solicitations can be found here: https://www.marinhousing.org/bids.
Permit Archive: Marin County & City Building Permits
Please find a current list of permits published and provided by the County of Marin. To search by a specific jurisdiction click here and contact the appropriate office. If what you're looking for is not listed below, please don't hesitate to call our offices directly at 415.462.1220 or email us at mba@marinbuilders.com. County of MarinView the Current Building Permits Report Here Click Here to View the 2024 Permit Archive
Liens & Completions 2024-2025
Click the links below to view a current list of Liens & Completions published and provided by the County of Marin. If what you're looking for is not listed below, please don't hesitate to call our offices directly at 415.462.1220 or contact Paula Krause
Biggest Workers’ Compensation Mistakes by Contractors
In this crazy time of the COVID-19, it is not the time to cut corners to your detriment. While well intentioned contractors are always attempting to keep costs down to make a profit, they make some mistakes regarding workers’ compensation insurance. Most common mistakes are:Certifying with the Contractors License Board that they do not need workers’ compensation insurance as they have no employees when they may have employees or use day laborers. . Not checking the sub-contractors to make sure they are