Check Out These ConsensusDocs Updates and Resources

New ConsensusDocs Forms Slated for Release in 2026
Recently, ConsensusDocs provided its Coalition members, including NASBP, updated and new forms for endorsement. These ConsensusDocs standard form documents will be published some time in the first quarter 2026 and not before late January.
1. ConsensusDocs 411, Progressive Design-Build Agreement Between Owner and Design-Builder (Cost of the Work Plus a Fee with a GMP)
2. ConsensusDocs 411.1, GMP Amendment to ConsensusDocs 411
3. ConsensusDocs 264, Dual Obligee Rider for Prime Performance and Payment Bonds
4. ConsensusDocs 764, Dual Obligee Rider for Subcontract Performance and Payment Bonds

25 ConsensusDocs Case Studies
ConsensusDocs has compiled 25 case studies of projects in the U.S. (and one in Ireland!) that serve as proof that fair and balanced contracts lead to better project results. These case studies represent ConsensusDocs subscribers and their successes using ConsensusDOCS standardized construction contracts provide. Each case study provides information about the ConsensusDocs contract used for the project, who was the project contractors, a project description, and a project testimonial. View the case studies here: https://www.consensusdocs.org/resources/case-studies/

ConsensusDocs Resource Centers for Contractors
ConsensusDocs provides these two resource centers to help contractors navigate the uncertainties of today’s economy. See below.

1) ConsensusDocs Tariffs and Price Escalation Resource Center: https://www.consensusdocs.org/resources/price-escalation-clause/

Tariffs, construction labor unavailability, and supply-chain disruption continue to cause unprecedented price uncertainty and schedule delays. This volatility threatens the financial viability of constructors, trade contractors, and suppliers. Recently announced tariffs will blow past owners’ business case for many projects and cause overruns from estimates by architect and engineers. The best but not singular solution to tariffs and other price uncertainty is a well-drafted price escalation clause.

2) Prequalification and Subcontractor Default Prevention Resource Center: https://www.consensusdocs.org/resources/prequalification-and-subcontractor-default-prevention-resource-center/

Subcontractor defaults are a significant risk to the construction industry and can have far-reaching consequences. The 2024 AGC/FMI Study highlights that 70% of respondents reported an increase in subcontractor distress or defaults compared to the previous year, and nearly half of respondents reported project disruptions due to subcontractor defaults.

Some subcontractors, suppliers, and general contractors overextend themselves and face higher costs than when bids were submitted. Prequalifying your contracting parties up and down the contractual chain is not only crucial, but mission critical to maintain financial solvency.