The Construction Industry Force Account Council
Stop the Attack on Bridge & Road Safety
- The Prop 6 measure would eliminate funding for more than 6,500 local bridge and road safety and transportation improvement projects. VOTE NO on Prop 6!
Where Compliance & Accountability Meet
Who We Are
The Construction Industry Force Account Council (CIFAC) is a non-profit coalition of concerned construction industry associations, contractors and labor unions that works to ensure State and local governments’ compliance with the Public Contract Code (PCC).
What We Do
Our Regional Compliance Managers use their expertise to make sure that State and local governments comply with the PCC to promote job opportunities, fair bidding and transparency.
How To Help
If you see possible violations, report them to us and we will investigate for you.
Executive Director's MessageAt CIFAC, we strive every day to fulfill our mission, established more than four decades ago, to stop the use of force account on public works projects. As a 501(c) 6 organization, we specialize in Public Contract Code compliance and education.
Our team consists of dedicated professionals, passionate about the industry and fighting for an equal playing field for all. We are both confident and excited about the job opportunities we are able to increase by holding public agencies accountable to state bidding and contracting laws. Through continuous hard work and dedication, our successes benefit the industry with uniform projects, transparency of government and increased job opportunities. We are proud of what we have been able to accomplish and continue to fight for the public works industry in an objective manner.
As the Executive Director, I would like to thank you for taking the time to visit our website.
Sincerely,
Michelle Tucker
CIFAC NEWS
Agencies and Annual Maintenance Contracts
By Anthony (Tony) Morelli, Southwestern Regional Compliance Manager. – Recently I observed a Public Work’s Director proposing to his City Council, the extension of a contractor’s $300,000 contract for the City’s annual sidewalk, curb, gutter and driveway repair or replacement maintenance contract. In looking at the background information, my concern was whether the project was
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Opting-in, The Final Step
By Matthew (Matt) Hilliard, Bay Area Regional Compliance Manager. – As a big supporter of local agencies adopting the California Uniform Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUCCAA), The Construction Industry Force Account Council (CIFAC) must take every step to ensure that if an agency is using the provisions in CUCCAA, that they have followed all the
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Contracting by Local Agencies – California Competitive Bidding Laws
By Matthew (Matt) Hilliard, Bay Area Regional Compliance Manager. – California competitive bidding laws are intended to eliminate the awarding local agency from showing favoritism or in some cases trying to commit fraud and preventing the misuse of public funds. Contracting by local agencies laws are addressed in the California Public Contract Code (PCC), in
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3 Reasons Why Networking is Essential in Our Industry
By Jamie Watkins, Southeastern Regional Compliance Manager. – As Regional Compliance Managers we have opportunities to meet many of our partners at networking events. These occasions have allowed us to introduce ourselves, share what we do and build relationships. Most people are intrigued by our organization and want to know more. Networking is critical with
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