ABEE3002 Practice Management Lecture 4 Quiz
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What is a primary reason for having a written contract in construction?

  • To limit the communication between parties
  • To rely on verbal agreements
  • To ensure clear legal expectations (correct)
  • To avoid any form of documentation

    • Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a Traditional Lump Sum Contract?

  • Control over design, cost, and quality
  • No need for documentation before tender (correct)
  • Cost certainty before construction
  • Full design produced by the client’s team

    • What does a contract typically define regarding insurance?

  • Who pays for insurance after completion
  • Who insures the building site during construction (correct)
  • Which parties receive insurance benefits
  • What happens if insurance is not obtained

    • The 2011 Construction Act addresses which of the following aspects of agreements?

    <p>Verbal agreements are recognized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does a contract cover regarding quality?

    <p>Quality standards and retention of payments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following reflects a challenge of gentlemen’s agreements?

    <p>They depend on the reliability of involved parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'termination' in a contract refer to?

    <p>Ending the contractor's responsibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is crucial for determining the timing of inviting contractors to tender?

    <p>Contract choice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'procurement method' primarily refer to?

    <p>The relationships between clients, consultants, and construction companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines procurement?

    <p>The act of obtaining goods and services from external sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which learning objective pertains to understanding the different roles of involved parties in procurement?

    <p>GC11.2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the aims of the Week 4 Procurement lecture?

    <p>To explore the impact of procurement choices on building costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical decision-making aspect when choosing a contract for procurement?

    <p>Client's budget and risk tolerance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would be a primary reason for advising a client on design and build versus traditional contracts?

    <p>To maximize the speed of project delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a learning objective identified for Week 4?

    <p>To improve technical drawing skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is involved in the complex network of relationships formed during procurement?

    <p>Clients, consultants, and construction companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key aspect that must be considered when determining the roof specifications for a building?

    <p>Wind and water tightness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of a traditional lump sum contract, which of the following is categorized under spatial qualities?

    <p>Height and length</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material aspect is important to define for windows in a traditional lump sum contract?

    <p>Frame design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary considerations when assessing quality in a project?

    <p>The importance of high-quality materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does contract choice impact a client's risk exposure?

    <p>It significantly influences risk levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be evaluated in conjunction with a client's contract preference?

    <p>The risk to the client.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of material considerations should be made for the foundations of a shed?

    <p>Materials and depth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which question is most relevant to assessing time constraints in a project?

    <p>Is there time for a detailed brief to be developed?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does an engineer play in the design of a shed under a traditional lump sum contract?

    <p>Advises on the maximum sizes of trusses and beams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a factor considered when profiling a contract choice?

    <p>Client's capacity for emotional responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be noted down as part of the procurement process?

    <p>Client objectives and their importance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When specifying building services in a traditional lump sum contract, which of the following is NOT typically included?

    <p>Thickness of roof material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consideration for ensuring the best value for money in procurement?

    <p>Certainty over price after contracts are signed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized in the process of contract profiling?

    <p>The reasons for contract choice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase best describes the impact of procurement on design?

    <p>It alters who makes decisions in the design process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an architect consider regarding the longevity of a shed in a traditional lump sum contract?

    <p>The expected lifespan of structural components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the client’s perspective on quality?

    <p>Design and specification control are essential for quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a false statement regarding time in the procurement process?

    <p>Timeline flexibility is not necessary for urgent projects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is typically included in the envelope design specifications of a shed?

    <p>Overhang measurements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which stage of design is a project typically submitted for planning?

    <p>Stage 3 - Developed Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reason to justify a contract choice to a client?

    <p>The contract's impact on local construction laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of evaluating the balance between time, cost, and quality in contracts?

    <p>Determining the criteria that matter most to the client</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered regarding a client's attitude towards risk?

    <p>Their financial capacity for cost or program overruns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In assessing quality for a building project, what is often paramount according to stakeholder needs?

    <p>Maintaining a sensitive personal response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical aspect the architect must confirm for the external timber's durability?

    <p>The thickness of the weathering boards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a performance criterion for walls in the design and build contract?

    <p>Lightweight materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a management contract, what is the primary advantage for the client?

    <p>Quality of a traditionally defined product without delays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration when laying out boards to ensure proper water discharge?

    <p>Ensuring boards are laid at specific angles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who primarily leads the design in a design and build contract?

    <p>The contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a factor to consider regarding the roof in a design project?

    <p>Lifetime guarantee and thermal performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When defining performative qualities of a shed, which aspect is NOT typically considered?

    <p>The brand of materials used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What performance factors must be considered for windows in a shed design?

    <p>Thermal performance and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Module Information

    • Module code: ABEE3002
    • Module title: Practice and Management
    • Lecturer: Graeme Barker
    • University: University of Nottingham
    • Locations: UK, China, Malaysia

    Lecture 4: Procurement - Buying a Building

    • Week 4 focused on Procurement - How to Buy a Building, specifically the introduction (4.1)
    • Procurement includes deciding the strategy for obtaining goods/services from external sources.
    • Procurement is the overall act of obtaining goods and services from external sources by reviewing the client’s requirements and their attitudes to risk.
    • A major objective of this week is to understand and learn the key procurement methods used in deciding on an appropriate contract.
    • The impact of procurement on design is considered throughout the week.

    Week 4 Content Overview

    • Pre-session:
      • Introduction to procurement and contracts
      • Outline of main contract choices
    • Workshop:
      • Exploration of main contract choices
      • Decision-making (justifying procurement choice)
      • Impact of procurement on design

    Aims and Learning Outcomes

    • Knowledge of component costs of different building costs, construction systems, and specification choices.
    • Understanding of the impact of these choices on architectural design.
    • Knowledge of the roles of clients, consultants, and contractors under different building procurement methods.
    • Learning objectives include key procurement methods, decision-making process for selecting an appropriate contract, and key contract terms and their implications for managing the design process.

    CW1 - Fee Proposal

    • Assignment requiring students to advise a client on whether to pursue a design and build or a traditional contract, giving three key reasons for the choice.

    What is Procurement?

    • Procurement is the complex network of relationships between a client, consultants, and construction companies.
    • Procurement is the overall act of obtaining goods/services.
    • Obtaining goods/services involves reviewing client risk tolerance.

    Why Have a Contract?

    • The difficulty of relying on gentlemen's agreements is that they depend on the continued existence of the parties.
    • The 2011 Construction Act covers verbal agreements, but it's vital to have a written contract.
    • Contract variations, slow construction, lack of information provision, and poor specification are common impediments to project progress.

    Contract Selection - Cost and Time

    • Contract selection needs to consider cost and time
    • A tradeoff often needs to be made, where choosing a fast solution could result in issues with quality
    • Choosing a high-quality solution could be more expensive.
    • Charts demonstrate KPI results for cost and time predictability on building projects completed in previous years; these show fluctuations across different financial years in regards to percentages on budget better or on time or better.

    Contract Selection - Key Aspects

    • Contracts should provide a clear legal structure for clients, architects, and contractors.
    • Covers completion dates and how changes are costed/instructed.
    • Sets quality standards, controls monies during work completion, addressing potential contractor defaults and client financial issues.
    • Details who is responsible for insurance.
    • Describes how and when contractors get paid.

    Traditional Lump Sum Contract

    • Assumes the whole design will be completed by the Client's design team.

    Key Aspects of a Traditional Lump Sum Contract

    • Time required for full document production before tender.
    • Cost certainty as a lump sum is known before construction.
    • A significant amount of time is required by the design team in order to prepare for tender.

    Pricing Mechanisms in Lump Sum Contracts

    • Fixed price/lump sum contracts
    • Re-measurement contracts
    • Target cost contracts
    • Guaranteed maximum price contracts
    • Cost reimbursement contracts
    • Cost plus re-imbursement contracts

    Traditional Lump Sum Contract

    • The architect must ensure they specify exactly what is required (such as windows, materials, finishes, thermal performance, acoustic performance, glass type, frame arrangement & types, etc...).
    • Contractors may be limited in their options for finding cost-effective solutions.
    • Be aware of potential implications if guarantees are inadequate as clients may seek clarification on issues regarding cost, design, and quality.

    Traditional Lump Sum Contract

    • Takes the most time.
    • Gives the client the most control over the quality of the work.
    • Can be relatively costly.
    • Less likely to be used for large-scale projects unless client is intent on achieving high quality for the project from specialist builders.

    Design and Build Contract

    • The architect doesn't develop the entire design but allows the contractor to suggest more cost-effective and time-effective solutions.
    • The main contractor is the lead designer and is responsible for project delivery.
    • The client has less control over design details.

    Key Features of a Design and Build Contract

    • The client typically requests the contractor appoint a design team.
    • There is significant reliance on Employer's Requirements for contractor performance parameters.

    Drawings for Traditional and Design and Build Contracts

    • Demonstrates drawings for both contract types and their key dimensions and details.

    Early Contractor Engagement / Offsite Manufacture

    • Early contractor engagement allows for parallel design and site operations. This is important as procurement timeframes can be reduced without complexities found in traditional contracts.

    Design for Manufacture and Increased Offsite Manufacture

    • Modern factories allow for offsite manufacturing and industrialization of construction projects.

    Assembling a Project Team - Increased Offsite Manufacture

    • Use of 3D web interfaces for home buyers to configure what they want.
    • Software allows for design and manufacturing to occur in tandem.

    Time Cost Quality Management Contract

    • Detailed design can proceed parallel with site operations.
    • Long lead specialist design sub-contractors can be engaged early, avoiding traditional contract complexities.

    Procurement Options - Risk

    • A table outlining different contract types (e.g., Traditional, Design & Build, Management Contracting) and associated risks for the Client and Contractor.

    Procurement Options – Pros and Cons of Early Contractor Engagement

    • Pros: Early access to supply chain, logistics, safety considerations, contractor control over risks and costs, security for client cost and program.
    • Cons: Client loses design access early, larger teams are harder to manage, risk-averse contractors can lead, cost obligations may shape the process.

    Choosing the Right Option (Risk)

    • A table summarizing the strengths and weaknesses of various contract types (Traditional, Design & Build, and Management).

    Q10: Client Starting Early but Wants Quality Control (Contract Choice)

    • The suggested contract types for an early start extension with quality control are Traditional Lump Sum, Traditional Remeasurement, and Design and Build.

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    This quiz covers the concepts introduced in Lecture 4 of ABEE3002, focusing on Procurement and the strategies for buying a building. Students will explore key procurement methods, contract choices, and the impact of procurement on design. Test your knowledge of how to effectively manage procurement processes in construction.

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