Construction procurement: a momentous change
Series: Building Economist ; September 2004, 4-8(5)Publication details: 2004Subject(s): Summary: Looks at the government reform of the procurement system for construction. The reform involves the removal from the architect of the authority to certify and administer building contracts, making contractors responsible for design, construction and frequently maintenance and operation. It introduces a different criterion for the award of building contracts, amending the basis of payment and encouraging long term relationships between purchaser, contractor and the supply chain with fewer participants. Examines the principles involved in the reform and draws attention to some of the difficulties that may arise based upon the experience of traditional practice. Suggests the benefits of the reformed system have yet to be established. [Taken from journal abstract]| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS68300 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 127719-1001 |
Looks at the government reform of the procurement system for construction. The reform involves the removal from the architect of the authority to certify and administer building contracts, making contractors responsible for design, construction and frequently maintenance and operation. It introduces a different criterion for the award of building contracts, amending the basis of payment and encouraging long term relationships between purchaser, contractor and the supply chain with fewer participants. Examines the principles involved in the reform and draws attention to some of the difficulties that may arise based upon the experience of traditional practice. Suggests the benefits of the reformed system have yet to be established. [Taken from journal abstract]