What does tender and negotiation support for construction include?
Tender and negotiation support for construction includes preparation, organization and coordination of the contractor selection process. The goal is for the investor to have a clear technical basis, a well-structured scope and comparable information about the submitted offers before making a decision.
IPA - Architecture and more supports clients and investors in the preparation of tender documentation, technical specifications, requirements for materials, systems, technologies, standards and construction processes. This creates a clearer framework for tender participants and reduces the risk of different interpretations of the scope.
The process can use project documentation, quantity take-offs, budget parameters, technical requirements and information from the different design packages. This gives contractor candidates a more accurate basis for pricing, while the investor can compare proposals using clearer criteria.
IPA - Architecture and more also assists with organizing the tender procedure, communication with participants, analysis of submitted offers and preparation for negotiations. When needed, the team can advise the investor up to contractor selection and signing of the construction contract.
The service is connected with project management, project budgeting and design process management. When tenders and negotiations are based on clear technical and financial information, the risk of unclear scope, unforeseen costs and issues during construction is lower.
