BID
AND AWARD PHASE
INTERVIEW, PRE-QUALIFY, AND SELECT CONTRACTOR
Interview qualified contractors to confirm their interest in bidding
process to ensure effective competition among bidders.
Solicit and pre-qualify general contractors based on experience,
trade references, staff, similar projects completed within the
last 6 months, estimating procedures, level of subcontractors,
and company’s mission and goals.
PREPARE COMPETITIVE BID PACKAGE
Prepare invitation to bid package for select contractors. Each
package includes, but is not be limited to, plans, specifications,
bid forms with specific instructions regarding due dates, construction
alternates, directions for bid presentation, bid form, and required
bid submittals.
ANALYZE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT
Evaluate bids, alternate proposals, unit prices, and other pertinent
data. Organize and conduct bid-review meeting to discuss subcontractor
selection, alternate proposals, scheduled manpower, sequence of
operation, and construction schedule.
Make recommendations for award and assist tenant’s counsel, such as limitations on fees and change orders.
