Opportunities for Collaboration
when using
Alternative Project Delivery Systems
for
Capital Improvements Projects
9th Annual Infrastructure Forum
August 7, 2008
Foundation Theory of
Construction Contracts
Owner
Contractor
Engineer
Desgn
Builder
Traditional Design/Bid/Build
Owner
Designer
Builder
Project Delivery Methods
• In-house design and construction.
• Traditional – Design / Bid / Build. (DBB)
• Construction Manager – Agency. (CMa)
• Construction Manager At Risk. (CMAR)
• Design Build. (DB)
• Concession - Design / Build / Operate /
Transfer. (DBOT)
Legislative Changes
• Competitive sealed proposals (CSP)
– Were already allowed on a limited basis.
– Now available for all projects.
– Principles of CSP are embedded in the
selection process for Design Build & CMAR.
• Design Build and CMAR
– Already in use for Building Projects.
– Expanded to allow use for Civil Works.
– DB has restrictions for Civil Works.
Primary Elements of APDS
• Two methods for procurement.
– Competitive Bids.
– Competitive Sealed Proposals.
• Primary Methods of Delivery.
– General Contractor.
– Design Build. (restrictions on Civil Works)
– Construction Manager at Risk.
– Job Order Contracts.
Government’s Model for
Construction Manager At Risk
Owner
Builder
Designer
Builder
CM/GC
CM at Risk
Advantages of "At Risk"
Construction Management
• Flexibility in Selecting CM.
• Owner retains Designer as advocate.
• Start with the Builder and Designer team.
• Single point of responsibility for construction.
• CM assumes risk for construction cost overruns.
• Construction cost determined by competitive bid.
• Faster Schedule Delivery.
• Change Flexibility.
CMAR Advantages for
Consultants
• We maintain our current relationships with
clients.
– Maintain direct contact with Owners as
Advocate / Trusted Advisor.
– No potential conflict of interest issues.
– No change in insurance required.
– Bonding is not required.
CMAR Advantages for
Consultants
• Fewer claims for Errors and Omissions.
• Opportunities for better management of
construction r