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Enhancing design–bid–build project delivery: A comprehensive review and framework for contractor selection and project optimisation in the construction industry

Organization, Technology and Management in Construction: an International Journal
Volume 16 (2024): Issue 1 (January 2024)
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|Jun 2024

Figures & Tables

Fig. 1

Data extraction PRISMA diagram. PRISMA, Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses.
Data extraction PRISMA diagram. PRISMA, Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses.

Fig. 2

Construction industry’s framework for project delivery (Source: Ahmed and El-Sayegh 2021).
Construction industry’s framework for project delivery (Source: Ahmed and El-Sayegh 2021).

Fig. 3

Framework for project delivery.
Framework for project delivery.

Framework for project delivery

Project delivery frameworkProsCons
DBB– Clearly defined roles– Competitive bidding– Separation of design and construction– Absence of cooperation– Possibility of ordering changes– Protracted project timetable
DB– One point of accountability– Improved cooperation– Expedited project completion– Possibility of cost reductions– Restricted owner authority– Possible restrictions on design– Modifications made when building– Restricted competitive bidding
CM– Early participation from the construction manager– Improved communication and collaboration.– Trade contractor selection and bid packaging– Optimisation and budgetary management– An increase in project management complexity– Possibility of higher project expenses– Possibility of conflicts and lawsuits– Construction manager’s little contribution to the design
CMAR– Heightened intricacy in project management– Possible rise in project expenses– Potential for disagreements and lawsuits– Construction Manager’s minimal design input– A rise in complexity– Risk of cost overruns– Conflict of interest possibility– Restricted contractor competition
IPD– Cooperation and unity– Early participation and proficiency– Sharing of risk and reward– Enhanced effectiveness and output– A rise in complexity– Extended project launch– Limited availability of seasoned IPD teams; difficulties in making decisions
Public–private partnership– Access to sector resources and knowledge Risk control– Effective project execution– Funding availability– Service and performance quality– Both time intensive and complex– Expensive transaction process with possible increases in costs– Restricted authority and adaptability– Possibility of unequal risk distribution

Results of different studies

ReferenceSample sizeMethodologyResearch objectiveFramework studiedResults
Ghadamsi and Braimah (2016) Mixed methodology (semi-structured survey and literature review)To assess how the DBB procurement selection criterion affects the success of the programme in LibyaDBBThe project performance criteria (time, cost and quality) are impacted by 11 of the 12 selection criteria
Ebenezer (2020)350Quantitative survey conducted by experts in constructionTo examine how Nigerian construction industry specialists view the performance quality of DB and DBBDBB and DBIn terms of performance quality, DB performs better than DBB
Abou Chakra and Ashi (2019)102 projectsSurvey questionnaireTo compare Lebanon’s DBB and DB project delivery methodsDBB and DBThe DBB programmes perform effectively in terms of timeliness, security and ongoing inspection. The database projects, on the other hand, function better in terms of cost, communication, risk mitigation and material storage
Peng and Kim (2022)55 projectsInterviews that are semi-structuredTo compare DMC with DBB in terms of building intensity, time, and costDMC and DBBDMC outperforms DBB in terms of construction performance, time and cost.
Yu et al. (2016) Review of the literature to develop a framework for assessing performance qualityTo assess the effectiveness of the DBB delivery mechanism in addition to the DB qualityDBB and DB
Lu et al. (2017)144Questionnaire surveyTo evaluate the factors that affect database and DBB application cost performance overrunsDBB and DBThe DBB project delivery technique is heavily influenced by the owner’s ability, which might result in cost overruns
AL-Smadi and Hndawi (2021) Literature reviewTo compare the project delivery approaches of DBB and DB in the Jordanian construction sectorDB and DBBDB projects are a good way for the Jordanian construction sector to reduce risk
Calahorra-Jimenez et al. (2020)41 professionalsInterview survey and literature reviewTo assess the reasons for cost overruns throughout DBB’s project phaseDBB projectFour elements have been identified as having the potential to lower cost overruns: accountability, goal-oriented selection process, efficient information interchange, and incorporation of the contractor’s experience in the procurement phase.
Ogechi (2017)Four case studiesResearch based on case studyTo compare the DBB and DB projects’ project-party relationshipsDBB and DBCompared to DBB projects, DB projects have stronger links throughout the project supplier chain
Edward et al. (2013)Secondary data from the Florida Department of TransportationQuantitative researchTo evaluate project delivery strategies in Florida based on their shortest duration and least expensiveDBB and DBProgrammes using DBB work well in terms of cost, whereas programmes using DB work better in terms of time
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/otmcj-2024-0005 | Journal eISSN: 1847-6228 | Journal ISSN: 1847-5450
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Language: English
Page range: 63 - 80
Submitted on: Sep 1, 2023
Accepted on: Feb 27, 2024
Published on: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: University of Zagreb
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 1 times per year
Keywords:
construction management,
design built,
design bid built,
contractor selection,
optimisation,
PRISMA criteria,
construction management at risk
Related subjects:
Engineering,
Introductions and overviews,
Engineering, other

© 2024 Mohammed Ali Almuhannadi, Ahmed Salem Ghareeb, published by University of Zagreb
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