This is the seventh in our fourteen-part webinar series The Advanced Webinar Series on Construction Contracts, Claims and Risk Management. Analyzing the General Contractor's perspective and how it may protect its interests, this course provides an in-depth analysis of pass-through aspects of construction contracts and the methods of recognizing and accounting for the risks arising from the construction project. The program covers the claims and notice requirements associated with changes, differing site conditions, delays, disputes, and payment terms, including methods of dealing with Subcontractor claims and disputes when they arise from Owner conduct or when arising from General Contractor conduct. The object of the course is to recognize the risks and account for them in negotiating and administering the prime contract and its subcontracts during performance. Learning Objectives: After completing this course, you will be able to:  Understand the General Contractor's perspective regarding the language and parts of the Changes clause under the FAR government contract clause and the private construction AIA contract clause.  Recognize how flow-through among the Owner, General Contractor and the Subcontractor(s) affects the rights and obligations of the General Contractor.  Understand the Disputes Clause and how the concept of flow-through and contract drafting can protect the General Contractor.  Understand how bond claims from Subcontractors can be addressed through contract drafting and flow-through.  Identify the General Contractor's position on the basic risk assignment issues among the Owner, the General Contractor, and the Subcontractor(s).  Identify potential language to amend and adjust the clauses according to your risk assessment.

This is the eighth in our fourteen-part webinar series The Advanced Webinar Series on Construction Contracts, Claims and Risk Management. Focusing on the Subcontractor's perspective and its interests, this course provides an in-depth analysis of pass-through aspects of construction contracts and the methods of recognizing and accounting for the risks arising from the construction project, including the claims and notice requirements associated with changes, differing site conditions, delays, disputes, and payment terms. The course addresses methods of perfecting and presenting Subcontractor claims and disputes whether they arise from General Contractor conduct, other Subcontractor's conduct, or from the Owner's conduct. The discussion focuses on the contract terms as they impact the Subcontractor in recognizing the risks and properly account for them in negotiating the subcontract and administering it during performance. Learning Objectives: After completing this course, you will be able to:  Understand the Subcontractor's perspective regarding the language and parts of the Changes clause under the FAR government contract clause and the private construction AIA contract clause.  Recognize how flow-through among the Owner, General Contractor and the Subcontractor(s) affects the rights and obligations of Subcontractor.  Understand the Disputes Clause and how the concept of flow-through and contract drafting can protect the Subcontractor.  Understand how bond claims can be addressed through contract drafting and flow-through.  Identify the Subcontractor's position on the basic risk assignment issues among the Owner, the General Contractor, and the Subcontractor(s).  Identify potential language to amend and adjust the clauses according to your risk assessment.

As the number and severity of cyber and other security threats continue to increase, the Department of Defense (DoD) has imposed regulations to spur improved contractor information and cybersecurity practices. These regulations, addressed within the "Deliver Uncompromised" initiative, aim to establish security as the fourth pillar in the acquisition process and will impact both defense and civilian acquisitions for years to come. Join CohnReznick's government contracting and cybersecurity experts for an overview of this initiative and the relevant regulations regarding cyber and other critical information security practices that all federal contractors should be considering. After completing this webinar, you will have an understanding of the following: Update on the DoD "Deliver Uncompromised" Initiative Requirements under FAR 52.204-21 and DFARS 252.204-7012 Information technology security and the impact on adequate accounting systems NIST best practices including the new NIST for small businesses Prime contractor's responsibility and flow downs to sub-contractors Impact of new state privacy laws About our presenters: Bhavesh N. Vadhani, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, PMP is a Principal with CohnReznick and has more than 15 years of experience in the field of information risk management. Jeffrey Shapiro, CPA, is a senior manager in CohnReznick's Government Contracting Industry Practice. He provides an extensive range of advisory services for government contractors, including FAR/CAS compliance, indirect cost rate structuring, cost reporting, and final incurred cost proposal compliance. This webinar is sponsored by CohnReznick. This is a group internet based live webinar that is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit. NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees is subject to participation and approv