PROJECT DELIVERY METHODS

Design/build projects allow the owner, architect, and contractor to be partners in the building process. Using the design/build process allows our clients to receive the most cost-effective project. Budget, schedule, and quality are balanced with the owner's, architect's and contractor's input. Due to improved communication, the understanding of expectations are known by all parties and translated into successful projects. We provide a not-to-exceed contract amount with an open book policy.

The design/build approach maintains a balance between design and construction so your best interest is achieved. We will match you with an architect who is experienced in your type of construction. As your partner in this process, Borton Construction is responsible to keep your project on budget and on schedule. It is our goal to exceed your expectations.

DESIGN/BID/CONSTRUCT	DESIGN/BUILD
Contractural Relationship Selection
Architect/ Engineer selected by Owner	Design/ Build team of Architect/ Engineer and Contractor selected by Owner
Contractor selected by bidding
Contractural Relationship Agreements
Architect/ Engineer + Owner	Architect/ Engineer + Owner
Contractor + Owner	Contractor + Owner
Budget Cost Estimates
By Architect/ Engineer at each phase (Low Accuracy)	By Contractor at each phase (Higher Accuracy)
Budget GMP
Not available by Architect/ Engineer firm	Available at design development phase
Budget Bidding
100% competitive bid	70-80% competitive bid
Construction Administration
Construction documents compliance monitored by Architect/ Engineer	Construction documents compliance monitored by Architect/ Engineer
Construction Payments
Certified by Architect/ Engineer	Certified by Architect/ Engineer
Construction Savings
Savings realized at bid time	Savings realized throughout the construction
Advantages
Traditional defined roles	Single point of responsibility
Easily understood process	Builder's input during design
Owner actively participates in design process	Owner actively participates during design and construction
Bid on complete documents	Guaranteed maximum price budget established early on
Unbiased contractor selection	Allows for fast track construction
	Reduced change orders
	Allows for partnering the right architect with the right contractor
	Increased owner involvement in critical decisions
	Contractor involves subcontractors experienced with Design/ Build
Disadvantages
More lengthy process	Guaranteed maximum price is not based on final design
Cost of construction not firm	Contractor and architect must be experienced in Design/ Build
Adversarial relationship more likely	Smaller quantity of subcontractors qualified for Design/ Build
More change orders/ unexpected costs
Lower owner participation during construction
Low bid is not always qualified bid