Journals

  • Excellence Through Diversity: Quadrant Consultants Inc.

    Your Engineering, Planning, Environmental and Aviation Experts By Dawn Paul, Associate Editor Serving clients in Texas and nationwide since 1979, Quadrant Consultants Inc. (Quadrant) is a leader in the construction industry, providing expertise in the areas of engineering, planning, environmental, and aviation services for transportation, utility infrastructure, and land planning. Being a standout consulting firm, Quadrant’s experienced staff of engineers, planners, and environmental scientists understand…

  • Eagle Barricade, LLC

    Eagle Barricade is comprised of two certified WBE/DBE companies, Foster & Foster Construction, LLC and GTL Supply Solutions, LLC. Together we bring over 30 years of construction knowledge and material handling experience to our customers. We offer high quality products as well as a qualified traffic control staff. One-Stop-Shop | Safety & Traffic Control Eagle…

  • Is the GPS Right for Your Business?  

    Lea Bogle, Contributing Writer Capacity.  It’s the word that everyone is talking about, from prime contractors, to government agencies and small business owners.  So the question is, how can a small business increase its capacity, so it can grow and meet the demands of its clients in the most cost-effective manner?  Implementing the right mobile…

  • ALEC: “Let the Free Market Operate in Texas Infrastructure”

    Texas Central News A new report from a leading Conservative nonprofit argues against the discriminatory legislation being discussed in the Texas Legislature that singles out and targets the Texas Bullet Train by imposing arbitrary and unnecessary limits on the project and the emerging high-tech industry. “The whole notion of government opining, much less acting, in such a situation is…

  • Dallas News! TxDOT Partners to Open Doors for Minority Contractors and Suppliers

    Projects Adding Value by Expanding Diversity Transportation Summit By Subcontractors USA News Provider The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), headquartered in Austin, TX, is organized by administration, districts and divisions.  TxDOT’s workforce is made up of engineers, administrators, financial experts, designers, architects, sign makers, accountants, purchasers, maintenance workers, travel counselors and many other professions. People…

  • Five Reasons Why Obtaining Building Permits Can Give Contractors The Blues

    Helen Callier, Contributing Writer Talk with most contractors about building permits and the topic will soon shift to a nightmare story or two about the problems experienced in obtaining city building permits.  You will hear about how they had to make several trips to speak with different plan reviewers and waited weeks for a final…

  • Dallas Spotlight on DLB Consultants

    Helping Subcontractors to Connect and Build By Subcontractors USA News Provider Demetria Bivens is founder, president, and owner of DLB Consultants (DLB).  Bivens founded the company to help subcontractors win!  Having extensive experience in the industry, Bivens understands and implements strategies to connect subcontractors, helping them build their business and gain lucrative opportunities in this…

  • The Data Dilemma for Subcontractors: How to Choose a Monthly Plan

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider How much data do you really need on your monthly cellular plan? Buy too much and you’re simply wasting money. Buy too little and you could end up socked with overage fees, or find your data speeds slowed significantly.  Though you need wireless service to conduct business, you also must…

  • Rice & Gardner Consultants, Inc.

    At Rice & Gardner Consultants, Inc. (RGCI), we proudly serve the built environment with expert program management, building commissioning, MEP engineering, construction support, and many other services. We have experience with a wide range of clients, including municipalities, K-12, higher education, commercial buildings, medical facilities, recreational facilities, religious facilities, and more. Our goal is to…

  • Commissioner Christian Participates in Opening of Historic Carbon Capture Plant

    World’s Largest CO2 CapturePlant; Recycles CO2 for Enhanced Oil Production, Environmental Protection RICHMOND – Last week, Commissioner Wayne Christian attended the official opening of the world’s largest carbon capture facility, participating in the valve opening ceremony with Energy Secretary Rick Perry, Governor Greg Abbott, Congressman Pete Olson and Japanese General Consul Tetsuro Amano.   The…

  • Premier Wireless

    For over 23 years, Premier Wireless has been providing wireless mobility and communication solutions to government, K–12, higher education, enterprise and SMB companies. Our portfolio of solutions includes EMM, MDM, M2M, telematics, disaster recovery, smartphones, tablets and more. We are committed to providing a world-class experience, exceptional customer service and hands-on support. Whom We Serve…

  • Brokers Grass Houston

    Brokers Quality Grass Whether you are looking for sod for a patch or a whole lawn, Broker Quality Grass carries several types of sod grass for your needs, and can even install it for you. We also have trucks to deliver sod to your project, or we can transport your sod from one point to…

  • Port Houston Cargo Volume Off to Solid Start in 2017

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider “Cargo moving through Port Houston facilities is off to a solid start,” Executive Director Roger Guenther announced recently.  Terminals owned and operated by Port Houston handled a cumulative total of 5.7 million tons of cargo, reflecting a three percent increase compared to the same time last year. Year-to-date, Port Houston…

  • Austin Energy News

    Austin Energy Launches Electric Drive, Celebrates Five-Year Success of Electric Vehicles Program Austin Energy recently unveiled an electric transportation hub called Electric Drive in the heart of downtown Austin.  Electric Drive is a showcase of Austin’s growing electric vehicle infrastructure, and offers proof that Austin has become EV ready. Located along a portion of West…

  • Doing Business With the City of San Antonio

    Your involvement as a provider of goods and services for the City is critical in meeting its operational, mission, and service delivery requirements. Procurement Methods  The City’s Purchasing Division uses the following methods to procure goods and services: METHOD WHEN USED BASIS OF AWARD Request for Price Quote (RFPQ) Informal For one time purchase of…

  • Houston Community College is Dedicated to Developing and Promoting Our Local Small Businesses

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider As one of the largest community colleges in the nation, the Houston Community College System (HCC) has proudly served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. HCC has served this city in various areas and in several capacities. When it comes to serving the small business community, the Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is an award-winning…