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How to Become Eligible for Hurricane Relief Contracting Work in North Carolina Part 1

In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, contractors will play a vital role in both disaster restoration construction efforts and long-term building endeavors. If you are an out-of-state contractor and interested in working on hurricane relief efforts in North Carolina, contact a Charlotte construction law firm. In this three-part article, we will discuss several licensing options available for nonresident contractors to perform work in North Carolina.

Adhering to Licensing Laws

General contractors must always be mindful of federal, state, and local laws. Further, contractors need to ensure that they are adhering to specific licensing requirements in the state they are performing work in. During disaster relief situations, federal, state, and local agencies have many immediate contracting opportunities available for work. We will offer you some tips on procuring these contracts and making certain you are in compliance with state contracting laws while working on hurricane relief projects in North Carolina.

Three Things All Contractors Should Do First

Before a Charlotte construction lawyer covers the specific licensing needs for out-of-state contractors to perform work in North Carolina, there are a few tasks all contracting businesses should accomplish in order to help them secure government contracts. Here are three important tasks that help contractors increase their odds of procuring hurricane relief contracts:

  1. Registry: Contractors are required to register their business information in all relevant federal, state, and local agency databases to be considered for projects. Company information submitted must be accurate and consistent across all databases. For more information on registering, please read sections two and three.
  2. Research: Contractors should vigilantly explore any and all contracting opportunities with federal, state, and local agencies for relief work. Fortunately, a Charlotte construction attorney can assist you with this task.
  3. Marketing: During times of disaster relief, emergency officials need to act quickly and contract experienced professionals that can help immediately. This is yet another reason why contractors need to have a web presence that clearly defines the services they offer and how they can be of assistance during times of need.

If you would like to speak with a Charlotte construction lawyer, please contact us today.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.