An Overview On Job Order Contracting

By Ann Kelly


Different organizations and project proponents are in the lookout for project delivery methods that will get numerous construction projects done in good time, faster and easily. This has been achieved with the use of Job Order Contracting as a delivery tool for construction work. A variety of developments involving renovation, repair and minor developments have been known to be successfully completed using this tool.

One of the most commonly used tool is the design-bid-build type which is still being used by some project owners currently. This tool involves the awarding of qualified designers who will take charge of the designing phase of the development and another different award to contractors for the construction phase. As much as it may be efficient, it is majorly process-oriented and brings a division among the proponent and the rest of the participants in the project.

With most proponents adopting the job order contracts method, a strong bond is created between the participants involved in the design and construction phases and the owner. This precise method has indeed become a go-to tool as it is popular in construction industries especially those involved in facility developments enabling them to exacerbate preconstruction timelines allowing them to meet their deadlines in good times.

Since this tool allows the work to be done within a certain period of time, the cost expected to be incurred is a bit lower than other tools. The pricing of the contract is usually accurate and predictable estimation of costs which helps the client to have a precise budget that will run through the whole development up to its inception. Saving time and costs allows the project to run smoothly creating a better working relationship.

This being a commonly used tool among proponents who have many small sized projects that include renovations and repairs, the owner does make an announcement of interest in potential contractors. This is done through giving a brief description of what the plan entails, the expectations to be met including desired date and time for the whole plan to be completed. Thereafter, a request for proposal is done by the owner so as to get a detailed price proposal, design and scope of work.

To further the process, this method allows the participants to work closely to find the best and most economical techniques to be used to complete the task. This is usually done through meetings and site visits by all participants. In addition to this, the request for proposal is then submitted for approval and checking to the project proponents.

With the approval done, the individual is able to carry out numerous developments to be done hence using time optimally. The completion of the development in good time will however depend on the efficiency of contractors selected. This requires a good amount of background checking which should be done by the proponent so as to avoid surprises or disappointments upon the commencing of work

Contracting also requires the owner to be careful not to approve request for proposals from ghost companies. Checking on the availability of the company, credibility, physical address, asking from contacts that are actually reachable can be enough proof.




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