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 The Online Planroom is an optional service for VCE members.  The cost is $150 per year.  Not sure?  We offer a 30-day free trial for members.   If you are a member and would like to subscribe email us (click here) or call us at 530-343-1981.    
   ***  Subscribers - for tips on using the Online Planroom, click here.
   
    ***  Many of the jobs out to bid require understanding of public works labor law.  To learn about public works, click here.   
   *** Effective 1/1/2012, Dept of Industrial Relations (DIR) Compliance Monitoring Unit (CMU) has new requirements for bond-funded work.  CLICK HERE and find out what's new


 Thank You Event Sponsors

and


Valley Contractors Exchange 15th Annual Crab Feed
Let's get out and mix it up!  
Friday, February 3, Chico Masonic Center 

      • 6:00 Cocktails
      • 7:00 All-you-can-eat Crab, Pasta and Clam Chowder!
      • 8:00 Raffle Prizes
      • 9:00 Live Music / Mix and Mingle
Tickets are just $55, or reserve a table with 8 seats for $495.  Download the registration form to find out more.  Make your reservations today!
    
  
Reservation Form

January, 2012: The Chico Planroom Has Moved TEMPORARILY while we remodel 951 E. 8th Street.

We are having trouble getting mail - sometimes it's forwarded, sometimes it's returned to sender. 

Our temporary location is at 2540 Zanella, Suite 50, Chico.  (Map)  We will be here until February 16. 
Our phone number is the same - 530-343-1981.  We are open Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.


 Contractors Are Talking About...

Contractor State License Board information about new Limited Liability Company (LLC) licenses:  http://www.cslb.ca.gov/GeneralInformation/About/LLC.asp

Public Works Compliance Monitoring Unit (CMU) for bond-funded projects awarded after January 1, 2012.  New stuff to learn!  Watch the Webinar at  www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/cmu/cmu.html

CSLB lists new legislation that affects contractors.  An easy-to-read list that will keep you compliant.  Check it out! 
Click here

REPORT Unlicensed, uninsured, cash-pay construction work:  North Valley CSLB fraud investigator Tom Cunningham:  530-712-1358.  Tom comes home to Butte County each night - he can swing by and check out your confidential tips. 



The Valley Contractors Exchange (VCE) is a member-operated, non-profit association of contractors and construction professionals.  VCE provides members with access to bidding documents, industry education, safety training and construction resources.  Learn more... 

Use our RESOURCES page for information on diesel engine regulations, building codes, stormwater prevention plans, construction regulations and more.  BUILDING PERMITS have their own page under RESOURCES.  

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State Compensation Insurance Fund (SCIF)

VCE endorses State Compensation Insurance Fund™ for workers comp insurance and supports its efforts to maintain construction site safety.  Find out more at www.statefundca.com


Great coverage for members!
VCE has partnered with Philadelphia Insurance, one of the leading insurance carriers. 
Effective immediately, you can obtain insurance quotes for:
* Business Auto   * Builders Risk  * Employment Related Practices
* Contractor's Environmental Pollution Coverage 
* Directors & Officers Liability

You'll Benefit from a wide variety of risk management services.  Ask your construction insurance broker for a coverage quote for the Valley Contractors Exchange program with Philadelphia Insurance.  Click here for more information



Golden State Builders Exchanges (GSBE)
VCE is a proud member of the Golden State Builders Exchanges.   For more info on GSBE, click here.


Working Together For the Enhancement of the Construction Industry.

 
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