Why wasn a D&B form of contract used initially if it provides a higher level of cost certainty?
The Management Contractor route was chosen initially, as time was the driving factor in delivering the building. Therefore, this particular procurement route was suitable at that period in time. However, it was considered prudent to review the Assembly’s position, following the decision to pursue an alternative procurement strategy. Management Contracting is a recognised construction procurement route whereby the Management contractor is paid a fee to manage the construction work carried out by a number of specialist contractors sub-contracted to the management contractor. It enables the construction work to progress early and before all the design work has been completed. The design is undertaken by consultants employed by the client. Design and build is a recognised construction procurement route whereby a single contractor takes responsibility for both design and construction.
