When 2 or more licensees wish to jointly submit a bid, what is the first requirement they must fulfill?

In the context of contractors in Nevada, when two or more licensees want to submit a bid together, the primary requirement is to secure an additional license to act as a joint venture. This step is essential because a joint venture is considered a separate legal entity that operates under its own licensing agreement. By obtaining this additional license, the participating contractors ensure compliance with state regulations governing joint ventures, which helps protect the interests of all parties involved and provides a framework for shared responsibility and accountability in the project execution.

Notifying the state board, while important for compliance and communication, comes after the formation of the joint venture. Filing a bonding application is typically a follow-up step required once the joint venture is established, and a joint financial statement, while useful for transparency and financial assessment, does not represent the formal step necessary to initiate a joint bid. Therefore, securing the additional license stands as the fundamental first requirement in this collaborative bidding process.