Associated Builders and Contractors, with over 50 years experience, is the largest open shop construction trade association in the United States.
ABC's membership was founded on the belief of the free enterprise system and it's members continue to support sound legislation in the areas of workers' compensation, safety and employment.
Applications for Excellence In Construction and STEP Awards Now Being Accepted
Show off your finest projects in ABC of MN/ND’s 2012 Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards competition! An EIC award demonstrates your company's commitment to and achievement of the highest quality of construction. All ABC general contractors and specialty contractors are eligible to participate. The EIC application deadline is June 1st at 4:00 p.m. Final projects due to our office September 9th. Eligible projects must have been completed between September 1, 2010 and September 1, 2012. You must be an ABC Minnesota/North Dakota General Contractor or Subcontractor to compete. Joint ventures are eligible if one firm is a member, however entries must originate from the member company. Projects do not have to be located in Minnesota, or North Dakota, but must be supervised by the office of a member company.
Click here for a Project Registration Form
Click here for an Application Form
Click here for Instructions and samples on how to put together an EIC Submission
It's also time to apply for a STEP Award! STEP was created by ABC member contractors as a way for you to evaluate your company's safety program and earn valuable recognition. Any ABC contractor or specialty contractor member may apply. The STEP application is also an important part of the EIC awards. Submit your applications today!
Click here to download a STEP application booklet.
Interested in Project Labor Agreements?
Find out the truth here at www.TheTruthAboutPLAs.com
Designed to track and disseminate news and information about the detrimental effects of anti-competitive and costly project labor agreements (PLAs), ABC's new website keeps construction professionals, the media, the general public and elected officials abreast of the direct effect PLAs have on their communities.