Integrated Project Delivery Under State of Washington and Colorado CM/GC Type Contracts
2014
Download PDFDOI: https://doi.org/10.60164/90f1f3i9e
Author: Greg Schroeder
Citation:
Schroeder, G. (2014). Integrated Project Delivery Under State of Washington and Colorado CM/GC Type Contracts. In Lean Construction Journal pp. 16–26.
Abstract:
Question: Why are some states’ CM/GC contracts more effective in successfully delivering complex construction projects to their owners on time and on budget?
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to discuss contract terms that can assist in the successful delivery of a complex construction project via an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) approach.
Research Method: Direct observation of two complex construction projects constructed in Washington State and Colorado under CM/GC type contracts, one of which utilizes effective IPD concepts.
Findings: This paper identifies the contract terms that may lead to more successful outcomes for both contractors and construction owners on complex projects.
Limitations: While over 30 states have implemented some type of CM/GC contract, this paper looks at only two states, Washington State and Colorado. They are worth studying because of the polar opposite approaches they take towards contracting and the often contrasting results.
Implications: The escalation of construction costs during the procurement of the project can be controlled by appropriate contracting methods under IPD.
Value for practitioners: Assist owners and contactors in understanding the implications of Integrated Project Delivery in CM/GC type contracts.
Keywords: CM/GC, GC/CM, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), Qualifications Based Selection (QBS), Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD).
Paper type: Forum Essay