The Major Advantages of Single Source Contracting

Shorter Project Schedules – By developing a critical path schedule, including design and permitting, issues can be identified immediately and prioritized. Typically, by starting the permitting process early and ordering long lead–time equipment, project duration can be significantly reduced.

Better Quality Control – The owner can select a contractor based on technical merit, qualifications, experience and cost rather than being required to work with a low–bid contractor. In addition, the owner can specify equipment manufacturers and preferred subcontractors to assure a high–quality project.

More Owner Involvement – Alternate contracting approaches foster a strong working relationship between the owner and the contractor. The owner is directly involved in key project decisions from conception to completion.

Single–Source Responsibility – One contractor is ultimately responsible for project schedule, quality and cost. This eliminates disputes over responsibility for design errors and changed conditions.

Cost Savings – Streamlining the design and acquisition process can produce substantial cost savings. In addition, change orders are greatly reduced because one contractor is responsible for both design and construction.