Includes bibliographical references and index.

Federal government contracts and commercial contracts : a brief comparison -- Authority to bind the government, contract financing, and payment -- Contract formation -- Contract types -- Socioeconomic policies -- Government contract interpretation -- Differing site conditions -- Contract changes -- Delays, suspension, and acceleration -- Inspection, acceptance, commissioning, and warranties -- Contract terminations -- Payment and performance bonds -- Equitable adjustments and costs -- Project documentation techniques -- Contract claims and disputes -- Federal grants funding construction contracts -- The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and government construction projects.