Thomas S Cosma

Thomas S Cosma

September 08, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal

'Dobco' and the Future of Public Bidding in New Jersey

The 'Dobco' decision stopped counties from using a loophole to bypass the restrictions of the Local Public Contract Law.

By Thomas S. Cosma

8 minute read

September 01, 2021 | New Jersey Law Journal

Recent Developments in NJ Public Bidding Statutes

This article focuses on two 2021 statutory developments in the field of public bidding: the use of electronic bidding procedures to solicit and receive bids, and an alternate "design-build" form of procurement.

By Thomas S. Cosma

9 minute read

October 24, 2016 | New Jersey Law Journal

Enforceability of Construction Contract Arbitration Clauses Post-'Atalese'

A vigorous debate continues over how far Atalese will reach into commercial transactions—including intrastate, interstate and international.

By Thomas S. Cosma

16 minute read

November 07, 2013 | New Jersey Law Journal

Iran Sanctions Act Impacts Public Bidding Process

Over the past year, the new requirement to disclose investment activities in Iran has caused difficulties for public owners at all levels of government, as well as for those who seek to bid on their projects.

By Thomas S. Cosma

9 minute read