American Subcontractors Association of Wisconsin | ASA-WI State & National Affiliations

ASA Supports Payment Assurances for Custom Pre-Fabricators in California Appeal

In this podcast, attorney Scott Holbrook of Crawford & Bangs, Covina, Calif., explains ASA and ASA of California's request that California’s 3rd Appellate District Court of Appeals uphold a lower court’s ruling that a pre-fabricator of custom components is indeed a “subcontractor” entitled to mechanic’s lien and payment bond rights under California law.

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:57:01 +0000

ASA and ASA of the Carolinas' Legal Victory on Lien Rights in North Carolina: What It Means for Subcontractors

In this podcast, attorney Eric Biesecker of Nexsen Pruet, Greensboro, N.C., explains a July 2011 North Carolina Court of Appeals decision that helped preserve the value of subcontractors' mechanic’s liens in the state. ASA and ASA of the Carolinas filed a "friends of the court" brief in the case, Wachovia Bank National Association and Preserve Holdings, LLC., v Superior Construction Corporation. ASA tapped its Subcontractors Legal Defense Fund to pay the fees associated with its filing in this case.

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:59:12 +0000

Can I Protect Myself Against Bid Shopping?

Attorney Eric Travers of Kegler, Brown, Hill and Ritter discusses what construction subcontractors can do to protect themselves against bid shopping, and ASA efforts to support subcontractors' right to defend against the widely condemned practice of bid shopping.

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 20:34:30 +0000

ConsensusDOCS 2011: New and Updated

On Jan. 19, 2011, the ConsensusDOCS coalition, of which ASA is a charter member, released the first major revisions to its standard 750 subcontract agreement and 751 short-form subcontract agreement since the documents were originally published in 2007. ConsensusDOCS also released revisions to its prime contractor design-bid-build, design-build, and CM-at-risk documents, as well as revised qualification documents for subcontractors and constructors and two new documents. This podcast provides an overview of the changes.

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 12:46:24 +0000

ASA Excellence in Ethics Certificate Recognizes Subcontractors' and Suppliers' Commitment to Ethical Business Practices

Construction subcontractors and suppliers can submit applications for the American Subcontractors Association’s prestigious Excellence in Ethics Certificate. Learn how ASA evaluates applications, who's earned the certificate in previous years, and where to download an application form and resources to help you improve your corporate ethics program and prepare your company's application.

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:44:00 +0000

ASA-WI National Affiliation

ASA of Wisconsin is the state affiliate chapter of the American Subcontractors Association (ASA National), which has more than 50 chapters throughout the United States. This national affiliation provides our members with access to the experience and expertise of more than 3,500 subcontractors and allows them to learn from and network with their peers across the country. In addition, ASA National is very involved in subcontractor advocacy on the federal level, giving Wisconsin subcontractors a powerful voice to effect change within the industry. Best of all - membership in ASA National is included as part of membership in ASA of Wisconsin.

ASA Vision: The American Subcontractors Association is recognized as the united voice dedicated to improving the business environment in the construction industry.

ASA Mission: The American Subcontractors Association amplifies the voice of and leads trade contractors to improve the business environment for the construction industry and to serve as a steward for the community.

ASA Values: The ideals and beliefs of ASA are ethical and equitable business practices, quality construction, a safe and healthy work environment, integrity and membership diversity.

What are the benefits of ASA?

Government Advocacy: Construction generates billions of dollars in revenues every year ... and government generates countless regulations and legislation that complicate the business of construction. ASA is YOUR voice in Washington and your state houses. Legislators and decision makers hear ASA on issues that affect business conditions for all subcontractors and suppliers.

Strength in Numbers on Industry Issues: ASA's powerful voice in the construction industry for more than 40 years has improved business conditions for subcontractors and suppliers. ASA fights the big battles FOR YOU on issues such as insurance, retainage, standard contract language, prompt payment, bid shopping and more.

Education and Knowledge: The Contractors' Knowledge Depot is your ASA source for educational products on contract management, human resources, finances and more. CDs and manuals are produced to address issues from the subcontractor/supplier perspective. The Contractors' Knowledge Bank provides a powerful tool with FREE access to hundreds of documents that cover virtually ALL construction-related topics.

Informative Meetings: ASA meets for the Business Forum and Annual Convention and Champions Academy, to provide exceptional learning and networking opportunities to improve your business.

A Staff that Works for You: ASA staff members are knowledgeable professionals experienced in the construction industry. We understand the needs of subcontractors and suppliers. Highly accessible and driven to serve our members, we will help you to find the answers you need to successfully run your business.

News You Can Use: Your subscription to The Contractor's Compass will keep you up to date on the latest developments, trends and economic news in the industry. ASA Today is emailed weekly, giving ASA members the hottest business tips and news from Washington and the construction industry. You get an advantage over your competitors who don't have ASA on their side!

Membership Directory: All members receive complimentary listings in this online resource that is made available FREE on the Internet. It is a networking and advertising tool that will give your company extra exposure and visibility to the construction industry!