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Contractor to be sought for project to extend Portland streets

The Portland City Council on Wednesday authorized competitive solicitation for construction of street improvements as part of the Broadway Corridor redevelopment project.

Japanese architect awarded 2024 Pritzker Prize

Riken Yamamoto, 78, has spent a five-decade career designing both private and public buildings and prizing a spirit of community in all spaces.

$17 million in top bidders | March 15, 2024

Clackamas County is preparing to award a $1.6 million contract for a road improvement project.

Oregon Legislature tackles ‘escrow account’ rule in short session | Opinion

At any time before final payment for work on large commercial structures or public improvement contracts, a subcontractor may submit a surety bond to the contractor and request release of that portion of retainage that pertains to the subcontractor.

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Plan for demolition of groundbreaking artwork elicits outrage

The organization that supervises a timeworn exhibit in Des Moines, Iowa, says repairs and future maintenance would be too costly.

Out with retainage escrows and in with retainage bonds in Oregon | Opinion

An industry-sponsored bill, HB 4006-A, that also had the support of state and local public agencies, was passed by the Oregon Legislature and became law on March 7, 2024, for new construction contracts.

Lesser-known insurance policies for addressing project risks | Opinion

In addition to the policies that form the core of any construction project insurance program, several other types should be considered.

Firm commits to long-term stay in downtown Portland

Design studio Mayer/Reed Inc. has signed a 10-year lease for office space in the Power + Light Building.