Assignment Tasks:
TASK 1 Word limit 1000
Discuss the crucial elements in a sub-contract order/contract and how you would handle disputes.
TASK 2 Word limit 1000
From a site manager's perspective, prepare a report which advises the procurement officer on the critical the factors which should be considered when appointing sub-contractors for the Englemere construction project.
TASK 3 Word limit 1000
A) Discuss and produce a diagram describing the total valuation process for the Englemere construction project.
B) Explain the advantages and disadvantage of a bill of quantities. Include an example.
Instructions and information:
1. You must complete all of the tasks in this assignment.
2. The whole assignment must include Aim, Introduction and Conclusion butNo need for an aim, introduction and conclusion in each individualtask/section.
3. British cited sources must be used in this assignment.It is important to properly reference all sources used.Finish with a Reference list/Bibliography.
4. Include UK legislation and good practice in this assignment.
5. Unlimited UK internet sources are accepted in this assignment.
6. The work should be presented in standard industry format and should be site-specific.
7. Any company documentation (proformas/templates etc.) submitted must be contextualised to this assignment.
8. In Task 1 writer will need to discuss and expand more onthe crucial elements in a sub-contract order/contract such as
Scope of work,
Duration of work,
Payment and billing,
Clarify status,
Non-disclosure,
Non-competition,
Work-for-hire,
Insurance,
Prohibition of assignment,
Indemnity,
Promises and warranties,
Arbitration,
Termination or modification,
Jurisdiction,
Entirety of contract,
Protecting yourself from liability.
In addition, the writer needs to create a report onhow you would handle disputesat the Englemere construction siteby using dispute resolution methods such as
Mediation,
Adjudication,
Arbitration,
Litigation.
Please see notes provided.
9. In Task 2 writer has tocreate a report forthe procurement officeroutliningcritical the factors influencing sub-contractors selection for the Englemere construction site. Factors such asTraditional design and build
PQQ
Public procurement
Cost overruns
Flexibility in payment terms and conditions
Tender price
Sub-contractor's difficulty in reimbursement
Failure to complete contract
Financial stability
Financial references
Quality
Sub-contractor's poor management ability
Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs
Energy saving materials and installations
Poor competency of labourers
Experience of technical personnel
The years of experience
Decorum, conduct and non-disruptiveness of the staff
Prevention of vandalism
Cooperation with the other subcontractors on the project and in the vicinity
Creativity and innovation
Labour force retention
Jobsite cleanliness during projects and upon leaving jobsites
Prosecution due to unlawful disposal of construction waste, Safety consciousness on the site
Insurance, repair and warranty for the employees and equipment
Onsite plant maintenance and repair programs
Responsiveness to warranty issues
Disputes and arbitration
Failure to comply with the quality specifications
Risk avoidance
Flexibility and cooperation when resolving delays
Length of time in industry
Flexibility in critical activities
Flexibility in the noncritical activities
Experiences of the company
Reputation
Knowledge of construction regulations
Volume of work committed
Scale of projects completed
Tender quality
Willingness to tender
Ongoing work commitments
Physical resources
Relationships with the client
Please see notes provided.
10. In Task 3(A)writer should create a diagram describing the total valuation process for the Englemere construction project. Plenty of examples online to look at if writer is not familiar.
In Task 3 (B) writer needs to prepare an explanatory report on theadvantages (such asforms an identical basis for tender evaluation, transparency, provides a basis for post contract management: valuing variations, final account preparation, interim valuations, audit and familiar format, problem identifier, avoid guesswork) and disadvantage (such as a lengthy process to produce firm bills and high production costs, only suitable for usual procurement system) of a bill of quantities.In addition, writer must include an exampleof a bill of quantities. Please see notes provided.
11. Englemere construction project drawings, scenario and info provided.
Attachment:- construction project.rar