ANSWERS
belief that there is a technique, method or process that is more effective at delivering a
particular outcome than any other - correct answers ✔✔best practice
With ..........., a desired outcome can be delivered with fewer problems and unforeseen
complications - correct answers ✔✔proper process, checks and testing
Implementing these practices on any type of design-build project ........ the probability of a
successful project that meets the expectations of all stakeholders - correct answers
✔✔increases
If these practices are ..... implemented, there is an ............... that the .............. and that some or
all of the stakeholders will be disappointed. - correct answers ✔✔NOT, increased probability,
project's performance will be compromised
high level principles, organized into procurement, contracting, and execution topics, 10 in total -
correct answers ✔✔best practices
ways to implement the best practices, essentially "mini" best practices, 59 in total - correct
answers ✔✔implementing techniques
key factor in project success - correct answers ✔✔owner's choice of project delivery system and
procurement approach
in procuring the DB services philosophy, owners should: - correct answers ✔✔consider the
particulars and circumstances of each project, make strategic decisions
,An Owner should conduct a ............... of the ............. of its .............. before deciding to use
design-build. - correct answers ✔✔proactive and objective assessment, unique characteristics,
program/project and its organization
An Owner should implement a procurement plan that enhances collaboration and other
benefits of Design-Build and is in harmony with the reasons that the Owner chose the design-
build delivery system. - correct answers ✔✔enhances collaboration, harmony
An Owner using a competitive design-build procurement that seeks price and technical
proposals should
(a)
establish .......... evaluation and selection processes;
(b)
ensure that the process is ............................; and
(c)
value ........................... in the selection process. - correct answers ✔✔clear; fair, open, and
transparent; both technical concepts and price
the fix to the trust issue: - correct answers ✔✔picking the right team; giving flexibility,
opportunity to succeed, and accountability; reward for superior performance
the core of every DBIA cert course is: - correct answers ✔✔Design Build Done Right
select the best combination of:
each project is unique so: - correct answers ✔✔project delivery system; procurement method;
contracting approach
,make informed choices
how team members are organized
e.g., design build, design bid build, cm at risk - correct answers ✔✔project delivery systems
how team members are organized
e.g., QBS, best value, low price, sole source - correct answers ✔✔procurement method
how team members are paid
e.g., fixed price, GMP, cost reimbursement, target price, unit price - correct answers
✔✔contracting approach
in developing acquisition strategies, some factors to consider are: - correct answers ✔✔owner
objectives; unique project considerations; owner profile and personality; marketplace
conditions
some owner objectives are: - correct answers ✔✔control; relationships; project budget; project
schedule; risks
what are some unique project considerations? - correct answers ✔✔stakeholder role and
involvement; procurement constraints & flexibilities; budget and schedule; pool of qualified
contractors and designers; project size and/or complexity; critical project features
Owners should ................................. imposed or ............. afforded by their legislative,
regulatory, or internal requirements. - correct answers ✔✔understand all procurement
constraints; flexibilities
, Owners should ......................................................................................., as stakeholder goals,
expectations, challenges, constraints, and priorities should guide all project planning and
procurement activities, including the determination and implementation of design excellence
and sustainability. - correct answers ✔✔identify and involve key project stakeholders at the
early stages of project planning
what are some market considerations? - correct answers ✔✔experience and availability of
qualified design professionals and contractors; prevalent project delivery systems; market
conditions; bonding environment; competing projects
Owners should carefully research and assess ............................. as they plan their design-build
programs, as this will ................................................................ Among the issues to be
researched and assessed include:
(a)
............... ................ that could limit or expand competition;
(b)
projected ........... ......... ......... ........ ........;
(c)
................. ............... from similar projects; and
(d)
........... of budget and schedule estimate. - correct answers ✔✔current market conditions;
identify potential risks and opportunities
procurement actions; labor material and equipment availability; lessons learned; realism
what are critical questions for establishing a project acquisition strategy? - correct answers
✔✔most important objective; biggest project concern; involvement of key stakeholders; ability
to delegate authority to make prompt decisions; rules governing procurement; owner's
personality and culture