2008 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION INFORMATION 

2008 ABC - South Texas Excellence in Construction

 
Associated Builders and Contractors invite you to enter your best project(s) in the 2008 ABC South Texas Excellence in Construction Awards competition. Join the ranks of hundreds of merit shop companies recognized as "the best of the best" in the construction industry.

 

Requirements:

 

 
  • Project must be completed by September 30, 2008. Projects with a safety-related fatality are ineligible
  • Projects must win at the chapter level to go onto the national level. An exception to this requirement may be granted if the applicant submits a letter from the ABC Chapter President explaining the reason the project qualifies to be entered at the national award level; for example, the chapter does not have an award category for the applicant's project.

 


Submission Deadline:

Must be in
ABC - South Texas Chapter Office
10408 Gulfdale
San Antonio, Texas 78216
by 5:00 pm
September 15, 2008

No Exceptions
Late Entries Will Be Disqualified
Absolutely No Extension Can Be Made

 

Submission Info:

  • Project Binder
  • Company Logo on Binder Photo CD
  • Entry Form
  • $175 Entry Fee
    • (Check Payable to Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc.)

 

Judging Criteria

The panel of judges will represent a cross section of the industry, including owners, architects and other construction industry leaders. There is a total possible score of 100 points.

Overall Presentation and Conformance to Entry Requirements:
5 points

 


  • Entry must be in a three-ring binder not to exceed 12 x 12 inches
  • Use tabs with a label for each of the sections 1 through 7 listed below
  • Indicate company name, project name and entry category on the spine and cover of the binder
  • Include the Entry Form (back page of the EIC Application) in the binder
  • Do not send videos, DVD presentations or oversized documents
  • Use the correct ABC logo trademark (contact Carol Wiatrek, Programs Coordinator for Current ABC logo)

 


Tab 1: Photographs:
8 points

 


  • Submit five to ten photographs of the project
  • Photograph sizes should be 8 x 10 or full-page
  • To obtain maximum points provide in progress photos for new construction or before and after photos for restoration and renovation projects
  • Provide a caption for each printed photograph, but keep the electronic images on a CD clear of any labels or captions
  • A CD with your digital photos saved at a minimum of 300 dpi resolution is required
  • Include the CD in a vinyl sleeve, properly labeled and securely fastened
  • The photographs must not be submitted within a software program such as PowerPoint or Acrobat and must not include any text or framing that affects the photo
  • Absolutely no videotapes
  • The applicant must obtain the rights from the photographer to reprint the photographs without limitations (ownership of a physical photo is not sufficient)
  • Photographers normally maintain the copyright of photos; therefore, the applicant should assure that it has permission to copy and send photos to ABC for use without limitations
  • Any liability for copyright violation shall be borne solely by the applicant

 


Tab 2: Contracted Scope:
10 points

 


  • Up to one full page
  • Provide a description of your scope for this project with the following information:
    • type of construction
    • size of project
    • contract value
    • length of project
    • percentage of labor that is self-performed
  • Describe the opportunities you provided to the construction community to participate based on merit
    •  


      Tab 3: Project Narrative:
      30 points

       


      • Up to four pages
      • Provide a written narrative indicating why this project is special and why it qualifies for a national award
      • Describe the innovative programs relating to personnel management, quality control, scheduling, and value analysis
      • Indicate any special obstacles you overcame in completing the project and describe any difficulties or extenuating circumstances encountered in completing the project

         


        Tab 4: Project Safety:
        33 points

         


        • Complete the separate Project Safety form in the EIC application
        • Place the Project Safety form from the EIC application as the first page behind the safety tab of the entry
        • No project with a safety-related fatality, regardless of contractor or trade, is eligible to receive consideration for an Excellence in Construction Award

           


        Tab 5: References:
        10 points

         


        • Include a letter of recommendation from the owner as well as letters from the design team and other endorsements or thirdparty comments
        • To obtain maximum points, general contractors should submit at least a letter from the owner or architect
        • Specialty contractors should submit at least a letter from the construction manager or general contractor

         

        Tab 6: Supplemental Materials:
        2 points

        • Up to five pages
        • Provide any miscellaneous supporting materials such as diagrams and other graphics, media coverage, other awards and promotion
        • Do not submit oversized documents

           


        Tab 7: Accredited Quality Contractor:
        2 point

         

        • If your company is designated as an ABC Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC) member, include a copy of the company certificate or renewal letter
        • Certificates are available through ABC National
        • Award Categories
        • Awards may be presented in the following categories
        • Award of Excellence
        • First place for each category
        • Click here for complete category list  


        Recognition of Winners

        • Recognized at our annual awards dinner on Thursday, October 16, 2008
        • Local press releases will be distributed after the awards ceremony
        • Highlighted in ABC's newsletter, South Texas Chapter News
        • Optional Special Awards
        • Special Awards may be given at the discretion of the judges

           

        Information and Applications

        Please refer to the links listed below for additional information. 

        EIC South Texas Application PDF Version

        EIC South Texas Questions and Information 

        EIC ABC National Application

        EIC ABC National FAQ_Information Part 1

        EIC ABC National FAQ_Information Part 2

        AQC Information

        AQC Application

        AQC Certificate Request

        AQC Additional Information

      • Platinum

         

        Bartlett Cocke, L.P.
        8706 Lockway
        San Antonio, TX 78217
        (210) 655-1031 F: (210) 655-1327

        The Gardner Law Firm
        745 E. Mulberry
        Ste. 100
        San Antonio, TX 78212
        (210) 733-8191 F: (210) 733-5538

        Jack Laurence Corp.
        12831 W. Golden Ln.
        San Antonio, TX 78249
        (210) 696-0273 F: (210) 696-5865

        Lynwood Building Materials, Inc.
        P.O. Box 41-FF
        San Antonio, TX 78201
        (210) 477-3000 F: (210) 477-3090

         

        Gold

         

        Baish Electric Company, Ltd.
        10808 Hillpoint
        San Antonio, TX 78217
        (210) 599-2259 F: (210) 637-6371

        Baker Triangle
        13111 Lookout Way
        San Antonio, TX 78233
        (210) 832-0500 F: (210) 832-0770

        Beck Readymix & Landfill
        P.O. Box 790641
        San Antonio, TX 78279
        (210) 349-2491 F: (210) 341-8308

        Bexar Electric Co., Ltd.
        6223 IH-10 West
        San Antonio, TX 78201
        (210) 293-1621 F: (210) 732-2412

        CMC Rebar San Antonio
        P.O. Box 564
        Helotes, TX 78023
        (210) 695-3514 F: (210) 695-8887

        CMC Rebar Texas
        P.O. Box 911
        Seguin, TX 78156
        (830) 372-8200 F: (830) 372-8555

        Catto & Catto
        217 E. Houston Street, Ste. 100
        San Antonio, TX 78205
        (210) 222-2161 F: (210) 222-1618

        Constructors & Associates, Inc.
        10100 Reunion Place, Ste. 120
        San Antonio, TX 78216
        (210) 541-0651 F: (210) 541-0656

        Contractors Building Supply Co.
        11500 North Loop Road
        San Antonio, TX 78216
        (210) 496-1227 F: (210) 496-9934

         Dausin Electric Company
        16294 IH 35 North
        Selma, TX 78154
        (210) 651-5204 F: (210) 651-7598

        G.D. Interior Construction, Inc.
        P.O. Box 200014
        San Antonio, TX 78220
        (210) 229-1908 F: (210) 227-6735

        Hart Acoustical & Drywall
        P.O. Box 200033
        San Antonio, TX 78220
        (210) 337-6464 F: (210) 359-1411

        Holes of San Antonio, Inc.
        118 Braniff
        San Antonio, TX 78216
        (210) 389-3542 F: (210) 349-0727

        IBTX Risk Services
        5844 Rocky Point Drive
        San Antonio, TX 78249
        (210) 696-6688 F: (210) 696-7497

         

        Joeris General Contractors, Ltd.
        PO Box 790086
        San Antonio, TX 78279
        (210) 494-1638 F: (210) 494-1639

        Koontz McCombs Construction, Ltd.
        755 E. Mulberry Avenue
        Ste. 100
        San Antonio, TX 78212
        (210) 826-2600 F: (210) 826-5445

        Leonard Contracting, Inc.
        16010 University Oak
        Ste. 100
        San Antonio, TX 78249
        (210) 493-8303 F: (210) 493-3079

        Lyda Swinerton Builders
        12400 Hwy 281 N.
        Ste. 200
        San Antonio, TX 78216
        (210) 684-1770 F: (210) 684-1859

         Marek Brothers Systems, Inc.
        11003 Iota
        San Antonio, TX 78217
        (210) 657-4437 F: (210) 657-3606

         Moore Erection, L.P.
        19921 FM 2252
        San Antonio, TX 78266
        (210) 648-7461 F: (210) 648-1340

         Padgett, Stratemann & Co.
        100 NE Loop 410
        Ste. 1100
        San Antonio, TX 78216
        (210) 828-6281 F: (210) 804-5836

        SpawGlass Contractors, Inc.
        9331 Corporate Dr.
        Selma, TX 78154
        (210) 651-9000 F: (210) 651-4450

         TDIndustries
        12700 O'Connor Road
        San Antonio, TX 78233
        (210) 656-5511 F: (210) 656-3613

         Urban Concrete Contractor, LTD.
        24114 Blanco Rd.
        San Antonio, TX 78258
        (210) 490-0090 F: (210) 490-1505

        Wortham Insurance & Risk Management
        P.O. Box 795008
        San Antonio, TX 78279
        (210) 223-9171 F: (210) 223-2806

        W.G. Yates & Sons Construction
        14607 San Pedro Avenue
        Ste. 190
        San Antonio, TX 78232
        (210) 497-3973 F: (210) 497-3978

        Zachry Construction Corporation
        PO Box 240130
        San Antonio, TX 78224
        (210) 475-8074 F: (210) 475-8796

         

        Silver

         

        B.G. Metals, Inc.
        8410 Hwy. 87 East
        San Antonio, TX 78263
        (210) 648-5071 F: (210) 648-5113

         Plains Capital Bank
        70 NE Loop 410
        Ste. 100
        San Antonio, TX 78216
        (210) 321-3312 F: (210) 541-8221

        Waste Management
        4730 S.E. Loop 410
        San Antonio, TX 78222
        (210) 368-5018 F: (210) 648-6516

         

        Bronze

         

        Command Centers of Texas
        2100 Broadway
        San Antonio, TX 78215
        (210) 223-4000 F: (210) 223-4029

        Tradesmen International
        7042 Alamo Downs Parkway
        Ste 250
        San Antonio, TX 78238
        (210) 509-3522 F: (210) 509-3533


        Sponsors
        Bartlett Cocke, LP

        Bartlett Cocke, LP

        The Gardner Law Firm

        The Gardner Law Firm

        Jack Laurence Corp.

        Jack Laurence Corp.

        Lynwood Building Materials, Inc.

        Lynwood Building Materials, Inc.