How many states use a mandated multi-prime construction delivery system?
Only Pennsylvania requires it for all public construction. Two other [...]
Is the Separations Act the same as Prevailing Wage?
No, the two are unconnected. The Separations Act relates to [...]
Are jurisdiction disputes resolved by a multi-prime delivery system?
No. It can accentuate jurisdictional disagreements. For example, a long-standing [...]
How does a multi-prime construction delivery system contribute to increased costs?
On bid day, multiple prime delivery contractors submit artificially low [...]
Does the federal government or private owners ever use a multi-prime delivery system?
No. The federal government does not employ a multi-prime construction [...]
Does a multi-prime construction delivery system reduce claims between contractors?
No. General contractors use subcontractors known for their reliability and [...]
Does a multi-prime construction delivery system cause scope-of- work issues?
Yes. Design documents often confuse prime contractors regarding responsibility for [...]
Does the multi-prime delivery impede the construction of high-performance buildings?
Yes. High-performance buildings operate at maximum efficiency when functioning as [...]
What does “multiple prime” mean?
The PA Separations Act requires awarding significant portions of a [...]
What does Design/Build mean?
Design-build is a project delivery system with one independent entity [...]