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Hegazy, T and Moselhi, O (1994) Estimator: a prototype of an integrated bid preparation system. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 1(01), 51–67.

Holt, G D, Olomolaiye, P O and Harris, F C (1994) Evaluating performance potential in the selection of construction contractors. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 1(01), 29–50.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: contractor performance; contractor selection; decision making; multi-attribute analysis
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0969-9988
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/eb020989
  • Abstract:
    A quantitative contractor selection technique which embraces the prequalification, evaluation and final selection processes is being developed. The emphasis is on evaluating contractors' performance potential in terms of their ability to achieve time, cost and quality standards. This approach is in contrast to the majority of current selection techniques which tend to prequalify, then discriminate predominantly on the cost component of tenders. The conceptual model is applied to a hypothetical but realistic scenario a contractor competing for a small industrial contract. This illustrates the mechanics of the new technique, emphasizing that contractor selection should include identifying the contractor with the best performance potential and not merely the lowest bidder.

Loraine, R K (1994) Project specific partnering. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 1(01), 5–16.

Merna, A and Smith, N J (1994) Concession contracts for power generation. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 1(01), 17–27.

Perkinson, G M, Sanvido, V E and Grobler, F (1994) A facility programming information framework. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 1(01), 69–84.