The process of implementing a construction project usually has to go through two steps: design and construction. The building must first be designed. After that, based on the design drawings, the work is constructed. Currently, the most commonly used industrial factory is the Design and Build form. This form developed for the following reasons:
- Factories buildings/warehouses are relatively simple compared to other types of construction.
- The capacity of steel structure companies is increasing day by day.
- Investors require a simple and quick solution to create work.
Design and Build Contract
This form of unification of the design and construction process is favored by many customers for several reasons.The contractor’s role is to manage all construction activities, from design to construction. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure the quality during the construction process and ensure the quality of the finished project. The works are performed by the contractor to achieve the highest quality & efficiency. Typically includes tasks such as:
- Basic design
- Architectural design
- The structural design ensures it withstands all kinds of loads
- Construction organization and material management
- Monitor and take responsibility for the quality of the work
Another point worth noting that you must note is the specificity of the design and construction of the factory. This particularity relates to three main tasks: (1) calculation and design of steel structures, (2) manufacturing and processing, and (3) erection of steel structures.
These 3 things need to be done correctly, without any errors to meet the requirements. Besides, steel structure companies must do it quickly and at a reasonable cost. Therefore, construction companies that do not have experience in steel structure design and construction can hardly handle these tasks.
Your task is to select and entrust the “Design and Build” work to a contractor with high professional competence, experience, and responsibility.
Traditional contract
Different from the form “Design and Build” is the traditional approach. The structural design is carried out by a design consulting company. This company will provide all kinds of architectural and structural drawings for investors. Steelworks will be tendered by structural steel companies.
The contract will include steel structure fabrication, transportation, and erection. This form is sometimes chosen by investors because it allows greater control over the project. However, it rarely achieves the advantages of the “Design & Build” form.
The main contractor is selected through a competitive bidding process. They are responsible for building the project according to the design provided by the design consultant. Much of the construction work, including the installation of the steel framing and enclosure, is usually performed by subcontractors.
This form of multiple parties is often used for special projects, let architects and clients retain more control. Some parts of the building, especially the steel frame, can be done through the form of “Design and Build”.
Which form to choose: “Design and Build” or traditional?
When carefully analyzing the form of “Design and Build“, you will see its benefits:
1. Minimizing Possible Risks
With this form of contract, the risk in the design and construction process of the customer is transferred to the contractor. The contractor is now responsible for all design and construction work.
2. Complete the Project within the Original Budget
In the form of “Design and Build”, the architect, structural engineer, site engineer, and estimator work on the same team. If you decide to change the design of a certain part, the entire team will become aware of the change quickly. The accompanying changes in technology, materials, and costs are calculated and communicated instantly and efficiently.
In the traditional construction form, small changes also need many parties to meet to resolve. Change happens quickly and so slowly depending on the ability of the parties to collaborate and capacity. If one party receives the change information late, it can lead to disruption to the entire project.
3. Complete on time
What does a construction company need to do to complete a project well? It is the coordination between departments, communication, and communication of information so that it is effective. The “Design and Build” form does this very well. For factory projects, serving production, the completion time is very important. Why? As it relates to the start of production, the time of delivery, or the time to bring the product to market. If there is any delay, it will greatly affect the investor.
4. Better Quality Control
With Design & Build, everyone works in one company. That is, everyone has a mutual relationship, and is jointly responsible for the quality of the work.
5. Single Working Point
The great thing about this format is that you only work with one person. This person will be the focal point to receive information from you. Your questions, problems, or design changes will be handled by this person for you. Of course, this clue will have to mobilize the brains of the whole group.
Conclusion
Completing a prefab factory project is a big undertaking. In the traditional form of construction, hundreds of people from different companies work together, towards the same goal. Often, there are many segments of the process that can hinder the completion of a project. However, in a “Design and Build” construction project, everyone is working on the same team. Therefore, you can own the project within the initial budget limit, and easily control the quality of the work and construction progress with only one communication point.
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