Design-bid-build
A project delivery method where an owner invites bids and awards contracts to separate entities for the design and construction phases of a project.
In the design-bid-build approach, the project is designed, then bid out to contractors, and finally built. This method provides clear roles and responsibilities but can lead to longer timelines and potential disconnects between design and construction phases. It's suitable for projects where design control is a priority.
Used in a sentence
Design-bid-build is a traditional project delivery method where design and construction are separate contracts.
Synonyms/variation
DBB
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