Procurement

Question 1

What are the main types of procurement?

Answer 1

• Traditional
• Design and Build
• Management Contracting
• Partnering

Question 2

What is traditional procurement?

Answer 2

• The client hires an architect or engineer to design the project and then put out a tender for construction companies to bid on.
• The lowest bidder is usually awarded the contract.
• This method is suitable for straightforward projects with a clear scope and defined requirements.

Question 3

What is Design and Build procurement?

Answer 3

• The client hires a contractor who takes on the design, planning, organisation and construction aspects of the project.
• This approach is useful for complex projects where the client wants a single point of responsibility and quicker project delivery.

Question 4

What is Management Contracting procurement?

Answer 4

• The client hires a construction manager who provides consultancy services during the project’s design and construction phases.
• The construction manager works closely with the client, architect, and contractors to manage the project’s cost, time, and quality.

Question 5

What is Partnering procurement?

Answer 5

Involves two or more organisations working together to achive specific mutual objectives and deliver continuous measurable improvements.

Question 6

When should you use traditional procurement?

Answer 6

• If the client has had the design prepared or almost prepared.
• The client wishes to retain control over the design
• Cost certainty at the start is important
• The shortest overall programme is not the clients main priority

Question 7

When should you use Design and Build procurement?

Answer 7

• Where there is a need to make an early start on site- can overlap design and construction.
• Where the client wishes to minimise their risk - not got respoonsibility for design.
• For technically complex projects - benefit from contractors expertise.
• Where the employer does not want to retain control over the design development.