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Services: Design-Build
Construction
Under
the Design-Build concept the Owner selects and retains a Prime
Contractor who acts as his agent. This type of arrangement can
also be called ‘Turn-Key".
The Owner
establishes his general design and budget parameters. The Prime
Contractor coordinates the design with his Consultants and trade
contractors to optimally meet the needs of the Owner. Value
analysis is a major benefit of the Design-Build concept. Because
of his ongoing daily communication with trade contractors, the
Prime Contractor is able to provide current, accurate data
relating to costs and delivery schedules. Certain design
considerations can therefore be accommodated in the early stages
to effect an efficient meshing of design and practical
construction technique. As the design proceeds, a firm price and
completion date can be established. On-site construction can
commence before design is finalized.
The Prime
Contractor will also manage the tendering of all construction
trade work for the project, with the Owner consequently benefiting
from full competitive tendering.
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