Construction Procurement and Sustainable Practices

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What was the basis of evaluation for the tenders in the award stage?

Most technically advanced tender
Most environmentally sustainable tender
Most locally sourced tender
Most economically advantageous tender (meat) (correct)

What percentage of truck kilometers were avoided by shifting excavation and pre-fabricated part transportation to site from truck to railway?

80% or more
60% or more
70% or more
90% or more (correct)

What is the advantage of using locally available building materials, components, and systems?

Saves energy and resources in transportation (correct)
Improves quality of materials
Increases durability of materials
Reduces labor costs

What type of materials should be avoided in building construction?

Toxic building materials (e.g. mercury, PVC) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of designing buildings for disassembly?

Makes buildings more likely to be renovated than torn down (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of integrating GBI into contract requirements?

To integrate detailed sustainability requirements (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of 'Material Selection' in sustainable construction?

Identifying environmentally friendly building materials (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable construction principle?

Landscaping (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of 'Waste Prevention' in sustainable construction?

To reduce and eliminate waste on construction projects (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which sustainable construction principle is responsible for ensuring energy efficiency in buildings?

Energy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of 'Recycling' in sustainable construction?

Identifying materials to recycle at each phase of construction (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which sustainable construction principle focuses on improving the quality of life for construction workers?

Health and Safety (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of procurement in the context of construction projects?

To ensure value for money and lower environmental impact (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of pre-qualification in sustainable procurement?

Evaluating the contractor's past performance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of sustainable procurement, according to Lord de Mauley?

Lowering operational costs and protecting the environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of early engagement with the supply chain in sustainable procurement?

Communicating opportunities and identifying best practices (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of tender specifications in sustainable procurement?

Integrating sustainability requirements into the design brief (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of sustainable procurement in the context of construction projects?

To minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable development (B) Signup and view all the answers