The negotiated contract method for RFPs is a rapidly growing trend in construction. Traditionally; RFPs have gone through a competitive bid method ndash; meaning that 100% of the design work is done without the input of contractors and with very little real cost information. With the negotiated contract method; only about 10% of the design work is done before a contractor is brought to the table; which means less paperwork and lower up-front costs. There are several advantages to the negotiated contract method: bull; Because only a small part of the design work is done up-front (before a contractor is brought on board); no extensive re-design work has to be done when budget/schedule issues with the design become a factor. bull; A complete team ndash; architect/designer and contractor ndash; is assembled earlier; making for a much more efficient process and outcome. bull; The RFP process becomes a collaborative effort; rather than a competitive one. There is no other book on the shelf that either focuses specifically on RFPs in the construction industry; or features a step-by-step method for implementing the negotiated contract method. This is a step-by-step guide for managing the RFP process in a way that saves time; money; enhances team collaboration; and assures quality in construction. Focusing on the negotiated contract method (as opposed to the competitive bid method); the book takes readers from articulating the needs/wish list for a construction project; to the analysis of responses and interviews; through negotiations and finalization of the deal. This is a roadmap for: bull; Preparing; understanding; and assessing the quality of information in an RFP. bull; Gathering critical; project-specific information from free and up-to-date local databases. bull; Adding value to the process by assisting consultants in marketing and project management capabilities. bull; Selecting and working with a team early in the process to stay on-schedule and on-budget. bull; Improving the materials selection process and the end-result overall quality of construction. bull; Example and template forms make it easy to create a successful RFP process.
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