Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors - Course Offering
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Rock Island District is offering a free Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors course on May 7-8, 2026, in Davenport, IA. This 11-hour training familiarizes contractor personnel with USACE CQM concepts and procedures. Registration is required by May 6, 2026.
Course Details
- Purpose: To familiarize contractor personnel with Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management concepts and procedures.
- Training Length: 11 hours
- Class Times: May 7, 2026 (0900 – 1700) and May 8, 2026 (0900 – 1200)
- Location: Davenport Public Library – Eastern, 6000 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, 52807
- Class Size Limit: 20 students
- Cost: No charges for this course.
Scope of Instruction
The training is divided into eight modules:
- Introduction
- Contractor’s Review
- Quality Management Planning
- Preconstruction Conference and Coordination Meeting
- Submittals
- Quality Management during Construction
- Making the System Work
- The Resident Management System
This is a facilitated video course with submodules, including video clips, reading segments, and class discussions designed for active student participation.
Completion Requirements
To successfully complete the course, students must be present for ALL sessions and achieve a passing grade of 70% on the written test administered at the end of the course. A certificate, valid for 5 years, will be issued to all students who satisfactorily complete the course.
Course Materials
Students must download and print their own course materials from the provided link: https://www.swg.usace.army.mil/Portals/26/2020%20CQM%20Student%20Study%20Guide.pdf. Copies will not be provided in class.
Important Notes
- The class is subject to cancellation if there are fewer than 10 confirmed registrants within one week of the scheduled date.
- Priority will be given to students working on present or projected contracts within the Mississippi Valley Division.
Registration & Contact
To register or for more details, contact Bryce Iwinski at 309-794-5812 or bryce.e.iwinski@usace.army.mil.
Response Date: May 6, 2026