Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Comprises guidance that aims to help central and local government bodies to work with the construction industry more effectively. Focuses on the two stage open book model in which a client invites prospective integrated teams to bid for a project based on their ability to deliver an outline brief and cost benchmark. Following the first stage competition, the appointed team works alongside the client to build up a proposal, the construction contract being awarded at the second stage. This differs from the cost-led procurement model in reducing industry bidding costs, enabling faster mobilisation and in providing the opportunity for clients to work earlier with a single integrated team.
History
Produced by King's College London Centre of Construction Law and Dispute Resolution. Related to the following: Two stage open book - frequently asked questions; New models of construction procurement - introduction to the guidance for cost led procurement, integrated project insurance and two stage open book (both CO, 2014); and Government construction strategy (CO, 2011).
Subjects
- Building information modelling (BIM)
- Legal issues and management
- Cost planning and control
Publisher History
The Cabinet Office works with the Treasury to provide the ‘head office’ of government. It has three functions, supporting the prime minister, the cabinet and strengthening the civil service. Content is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.