ABC Western Michigan is pleased to launch our 2026 Excellence in Construction Awards Program. This program recognizes and promotes the quality workmanship of ABC members and their employees.
Eligibility
Any General Contractor or Trade Contractor member of ABC/WMC, in good standing, may enter the competition. To be considered in good standing, a company must be current in its payment of annual membership dues and/or any other association charges.
Entry Rules & Registration
• A per-project registration fee of $350 is required for each entry.
• Members may submit multiple projects per category or a single project in multiple categories. Please note that multiple projects in one category may compete with each other.
• Projects entered must have been completed between January 1, 2025, and April 1, 2026. If required, the date on the Certificate of Substantial Completion will determine the project’s completion date.
• Trade contractors may submit their contracted work even if the rest of the project is incomplete. If your current contract includes work that will be covered before the project is finished, please provide construction progress photos for the judges.
• All entries must receive prior authorization for in-person judging from the owner and/or tenant. Projects not authorized for in-person judging will be disqualified.
Please click HERE for the full Project Entry Overview, including the Safety Policy, Judging Process and Awards
The Safety Award of Excellence is awarded to a General Contractor/Construction Manager, Electrical Contractor, and Trade Contractor who exemplify an unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and embedding safety values into every aspect of their organizational culture.
Eligibility
Any General Contractor or Trade Contractor member of ABC/WMC, in good standing, may enter the competition. To be considered in good standing, a company must be current in its payment of annual membership dues and/or any other association charges.
Entry Rules & Registration
• A non-refundable registration fee of $350 is required
• Completion of the 2025 STEP application and verification of certificate received
• Provide the following safety rates for 2023, 2024, and 2025:
o Total Recordable Incident Rates (TRIR)
o Days Away/Restricted Transfer Rate (DART)
o Lost Workday Rate (LWR)
• 2026 STEP application must be submitted by June 1, 2026
• Submission Window: January 26 - March 13, 2026
Click HERE for the full Safety Award of Excellence Entry Overview, including the Safety Policy and Judging Process.
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