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This guide for the buyer of construction explains:
- How can I be sure I get maximum value for my investment?
- Five approaches to consider
- Bidding contractor
- The bidding process
- Bidding vs negotiating
- Design/build Example of a phase‑by‑phase design/build service proposal
- Advantages of design/build
- Fast tracking
- Construction manager with no general contractor
- Advantages of using a construction manager with no general contractor
- Construction manager with a general contractor
- Advantages of using a construction manager with a general contractor
- Construction manager also acting as general contractor
- Tests and inspection checklist
- Typical items included in total project cost
- Sources of cost information
- Reasonable fees and profit
- Sources of standard contract documents
- How to select your contractor
- Checklist for choosing your contractor
- What they expect from you
- Some suggestions
- Conclusion
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