MESSAGE FROM THE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR
Welcome to the First Quarter 2025 edition of the City and County of San Francisco Contractor Development Program ’ s Contractor Tools !
In this edition , we celebrate San Francisco International Airport ’ s ( SFO ’ s ) recent award and the contributions of our contractors to their success , provide an array of practical information and resources , and share two engaging and inspirational contractor profiles .
San Francisco International Airport ( SFO ) is the recipient of the Association of General Contractors ( AGC ) of California ’ s 2025 Owner of the Year Award ; on page 5 , we speak with some of our program contractors to explore how SFO proactively fosters collaboration between project owners and contractors .
On page 8 , we meet Hector and Nick Colina of San Francisco-based Anco Iron & Construction , Inc . and learn about their multi-generational company ’ s history , values , exponential growth , bonding process experience , current projects , community involvement , and practical advice for other contractors .
Securing bonding , knowing how to accurately estimate and bid , and understanding contract terms and insurance are the foundations of a successful and profitable construction business , so this issue takes a deep dive into these important topics . Many contractors may not be aware that bonding in construction is an essential part of the bidding and estimating process . Each type of primary bond has a cost ; and the impact on the bidding process and cost estimation can be significant .
We explore the importance of bonding on page 18 , in an article based on an interview with Ken Goodman , a San Francisco-based surety broker with Poms & Associates Insurance Brokers . Subsequently , on page 22 , we look at the cost impact of bonding on the bidding and estimating process .
On page 24 , we catch up with Bay Area Pipe and Equipment ’ s Josh and Mara Kitching to learn what challenges , achievements and growth they have seen since we last profiled them in 2022 .
In A Layman ’ s Guide to Contract Terms on page 31 , we review a webinar presented by Contractor Development Program Project Manager Jennifer Elmore on the subject ( and share a link to view the
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