DBIA EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% VERIFIED
2026.
belief that there is a technique, method or process that is more effective at
delivering a particular outcome than any other answer>>> best practice
With ..........., a desired outcome can be delivered with fewer problems and
unforeseen complications answer>>> proper process, checks and testing
Implementing these practices on any type of design-build project ........ the
probability of a successful project that meets the expectations of all stakeholder’s
answer>>> increases
If these practices are .... implemented, there is an ............... that the .............. and
that some or all of the stakeholders will be disappointed. answer>>> NOT,
increased probability, project's performance will be compromised
high level principles, organized into procurement, contracting, and execution
topics, 10 in total answer>>> best practices
ways to implement the best practices, essentially "mini" best practices, 59 in total
answer>>> implementing techniques
key factor in project success answer>>> owner’s choice of project delivery system
and procurement approach
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in procuring the DB services philosophy, owners should: answer>>> consider the
particulars and circumstances of each project, make strategic decisions
An Owner should conduct a ............... of the ............. of its .............. before
deciding to use design-build. answer>>> proactive and objective assessment,
unique characteristics, program/project and its organization
An Owner should implement a procurement plan that enhances collaboration and
other benefits of Design-Build and is in harmony with the reasons that the Owner
chose the design-build delivery system. answer>>> enhances collaboration,
harmony
An Owner using a competitive design-build procurement that seeks price and
technical proposals should
(a)
establish .......... evaluation and selection processes;
(b)
ensure that the process is ............................; and
(c)
value ........................... in the selection process. answer>>> clear; fair, open, and
transparent; both technical concepts and price
the fix to the trust issue: answer>>> picking the right team; giving flexibility,
opportunity to succeed, and accountability; reward for superior performance
the core of every DBIA cert course is: answer>>> Design Build Done Right
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select the best combination of:
each project is unique so: answer>>> project delivery system; procurement
method; contracting approach
make informed choices
how team members are organized
e.g., design build, design bid build, cm at risk answer>>> project delivery systems
how team members are organized
e.g., QBS, best value, low price, sole source answer>>> procurement method
how team members are paid
e.g., fixed price, GMP, cost reimbursement, target price, unit price answer>>>
contracting approach
in developing acquisition strategies, some factors to consider are: answer>>>
owner objectives; unique project considerations; owner profile and personality;
marketplace conditions
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some owner objectives are: answer>>> control; relationships; project budget;
project schedule; risks
what are some unique project considerations? answer>>> stakeholder role and
involvement; procurement constraints & flexibilities; budget and schedule; pool
of qualified contractors and designers; project size and/or complexity; critical
project features
Owners should ................................. imposed or ............. afforded by their
legislative, regulatory, or internal requirements. answer>>> understand all
procurement constraints; flexibilities
Owners should ......................................................................................., as
stakeholder goals, expectations, challenges, constraints, and priorities should
guide all project planning and procurement activities, including the determination
and implementation of design excellence and sustainability. answer>>> identify
and involve key project stakeholders at the early stages of project planning
what are some market considerations? answer>>> experience and availability of
qualified design professionals and contractors; prevalent project delivery systems;
market conditions; bonding environment; competing projects
Owners should carefully research and assess ............................. as they plan their
design-build programs, as this will ................................................................ Among
the issues to be researched and assessed include:
(a)
............... ................ that could limit or expand competition;
(b)
projected ........... ......... ......... ........ ........;