Preparing Requests for Proposals and Specifications for Design-Build Projects

Preparing Requests for Proposals and Specifications for Design-Build Projects is an informative, instructional reference that provides instruction on how to prepare a
concise, well written request for proposal (RFP). The RFP is often a key requirement for design and construction professionals, making this publication invaluable for anyone involved with RFPs in construction engineering.

Written by The Committee on Specifications of the Construction Institute, this publication is specially geared towards professionals and project owners, and explains in detail the key steps in writing a request for proposal.

Topics discussed include:

• an overview of RFPs and their role in design-build projects
  
• various approaches to project contracts, including projects not suited for design-build
  
• the definition and vision for the project; a detailed chapter on writing the actual proposal, including qualifications and technical considerations
  
• an explanation of general contract terms and conditions; and a final chapter detailing unusual and specific contract specifications.

Preparing Requests for Proposals and Specifications for Design-Build Projects Also includes appendixes with sample requests for technical criteria and project specifications. 52 pp.