DBIA EXAM 1

Purpose Statement: DBIA is the only organization that _____ , _____, and _____ best practices in design-build project delivery. - - defines - teaches - promotes _____ _____ is the belief that there is a technique, method or process that is more effective at delivering a particular outcome than any other. - Best practice With proper ____, ____, and ____ a desired outcome can be delivered with fewer problems and unforeseen complications. - - process - checks - testing Implementing the best practices on any type of DB project _____ the probability of a _____ project that meets the expectations of all _____. - - increases - successful - stakeholders If the best practices are NOT implemented, there is a(n) ____ probability that the project's _____ will be compromised and that some or all of the stakeholders will be disappointed. - - increased - performance _____ _____ are high level principles. - Best practices What 3 topics are the Best Practices organized into? - - procurement - contracting - execution How many Best Practices are there? - 10 What are the discrete ways to implement the Best Practices? - Implementing Techniques The Implementing Techniques are essentially "____" best practices - mini How many Implementing Techniques are there? - 59 One key factor in project success is the Owner's choice of _____ _____ system and _____ approach. - - project delivery - procurement The owner's choice of project delivery system and procurement approach established how the project is _____. - executed The owner's choice of project delivery system and procurement approach determines how and when the project players_____ with each other. - - communicate Owners should make strategic decisions to take full advantage of _____ _____. - Design-Build Owners should consider the _____ and _____ of each project. - - particulars - circumstances Best Practice No. 1: an Owner should conduct proactive and _____ assessment of the unique ____ of its project and its organization before deciding to use DB. - - objective - characteristics BEST PRACTICE No. 2: an Owner should implement a procurement plan that enhances _____ and other benefits of DB and is in _____ with the reasons that the Owner chose DB delivery system. - - collaboration - harmony BEST PRACTICE No. 2: an Owner should implement a(n) _____ _____ that enhances collaboration and other benefits of DB and is in _____ with the reasons that the owner chose DB delivery system. - - procurement plan - harmony BEST PRACTICE No. 3: an Owner using a competitive DB procurement that seeks price and technical proposals should establish clear evaluation and _____ processes - selection What is the core of every DBIA certification course? - Design-Build Done Right What are the 3 "fixes" to the trust issue? - - picking the right DB team - giving flexibility, opportunity to succeed, and accountability - rewarding for superior performance What are the 3 synergistic elements? - - source selection - contract incentives - requirements In the Acquisition Strategy, one should select the best combination of what 3 components? - - project delivery system - procurement method - contracting approach Each project is unique so make informed _____. - choices What best describes: "How team members are organized?" - Project Delivery Systems What best describes "How team members are selected?" - Procurement Method What best describes "How team members are paid?" - Contracting Approach List 4 examples of procurement methods. - - QBS - Best Value - Low Price - Sole source List 5 examples of contracting approach. - - fixed price - GMP - Cost reimbursement - Target price - unit price In developing acquisition strategies, what are 4 factors to consider? - Owner's _____. - Unique project _____. - Owner ____ & ____. - _____ considerations. - - Owner's objectives - unique project considerations - owner profile and personality - marketplace considerations What are the 5 Owner's objectives? - - Control - relationships - project budget - project schedule - risks IMPLEMENTING TECHNIQUE No. 1(G): Owners should understand all _____ constraints imposed or _____ afforded by their legislative, regulatory, or internal requirements. - - procurement - flexibilities IMPLEMENTING TECHNIQUE No. 1(G): Owners should understand all procurement constraints imposed or flexibilities afforded by their _____, _____, or _____ requirements. - - legislative - regulatory - internal IMPLEMENTING TECHNIQUE No. 1(C): Owners should _____ and _____ key project _____ at the early stages of project planning. - - identify - involve - stakeholders When should owners identify and involve key project stakeholders in the stages of project planning? - Early on Owners should carefully research and assess current market conditions as they plan their DB programs, as this will identify potential risks and opportunities. Among the issues to be researched and assessed include: _____ actions that could limit or expand competition; projected labor, material, and equipment _____; _____ learned from similar projects; and _____ of budget and schedule estimate. - - procurement - availability - lessons - realism IMPLEMENTING TECHNIQUE No. 1(A): Owners should understand the potential _____, _____, and _____ of DB and make an informed decision as to whether the use of DB will _____ their project. - - benefits - limitations - attributes - benefit What are 3 fundamental concepts that influence the move to integration? - - Cost-Influence curve - benefits of fast tracking - spearin doctrine What are the 4 phases of the Cost-Influence Curve? - - Planning - Design - Construction - Operations In which project delivery method is the construction team brought on AFTER design, with open bidding? - - DBB In the planning phase, Influence has a _____ impact on the project. - high In which project delivery method is the construction team brought on EARLY, facilitating fast-tracking? - DB Spearin Doctrine: Owner hiring designers provides contractors two specific implied warranties: Plans and specs are _____; Plans and specs are suitable for _____ _____. - - accurate - intended purpose What are the 5 types of project delivery systems? - - DB - DBB - CMAR - IPD - Multiple prime contracting _____ is a linear sequential process. - DBB In DBB, the A/E is typically selected on _____ and the GC is typically selected on _____ _____. - - qualifications - low price In DBB, design is fully completed _____ input from the GC. - without In _____, the A/E is acting in the owner's interests. - DBB Who controls the design team selection in DBB? - The Owner The _____ project delivery method is well established and understood. - DBB Which project delivery system is consistent with public sector procurement laws and the most prevalent delivery system through the 20th century? - DBB In DBB the _____ _____ is incompatible with expediting project delivery. - Linear sequence in _____, the contractor's input is absent during the design process. - DBB In DBB, the Owner has a "_____ of _____ relationship" with the A/E. - Standard of Care Relationship In DBB, the Owner has a "_____ relationship" with the Contractor. - Spearing Relationship What 2 methods of selection (procurement methods) does CMAR use? - - QBS - Best Value Who provides the pre-construction services for CMAR? - Contractor What kind of contracting approach is usually used in CMAR? - Negotiated GMP What is special about the estimating process in CMAR? - it is an open-book Which delivery methods have the chance to fast track the schedule? - - DB - CMAR In CMAR, the construction cost is determined _____ the design is completed. - before In CMAR, the Owner procures and manages designers and contractors under (one / two separate) contracts? - two separate In CMAR, the _____ negotiates the full commercial deal. - Owner In CMAR, what is the direct contractual relationship between the contractor and designer? - There is no direct contractual relationship In CMAR, there is _____ public sector authority for its use. - limited In _____, the owner contracts with one single entity for both design and construction. - DB In which project delivery method do the designer and contractor have a direct contractual relationship? - DB Which project delivery method has multiple organizational structures? - DB In DB, How is the Design-Builder generally selected? - QBS or Best Value Which delivery methods generally uses the selection process of QBS and Best Value? - - DB - CMAR Which delivery method has a wide spectrum of contracting approaches? - DB The DB system has a(n) _____ _____ of responsibility. - Single Point In DB, the Owner (does / does not) manage the designer. - Does NOT What creates innovation potential in DB? - Collaboration between the Owner, Contractor, and Designer Which delivery method gives early knowledge of the project cost? - DB In DB, the Owner's exposure to _____ is significantly reduced. - claims What is the Single Point of Responsibility Risk? - one of the main concerns for practitioners using DB What does EPC stand for? - Engineer - Procure - Construct _____ is a delivery system that is for ALL practical purposes DB - EPC EPC is a term used by _____ and _____ generation sectors. - - industrial - power In EPC, systems and performance testing are central to _____. - scope The EPC contractor will typically perform engineering with its _____ _____. - in-house staff In EPC, the Owner has need for _____ _____ of responsibility. - Single Point In EPC, contracts include plant and process _____ guarantees. - performance What 2 main things do EPC contract terms include? - - liquidated damages - limitations of liability "Owner has the ability to schedule and coordinate the work" best describes what delivery method? - Multiple Prime Contracting In Multiple Prime Contracting, the Owner contracts with multiple _____ _____. - trade contractors. What does the Multi-party agreement essentially mean? - all parties are equal What contract approach does IPD tend to use? - Target Price What procurement method is typically used in IPD? - QBS What is the key to IPD? - Owner's ability to accept risk P3 is typically used in what delivery system? - DB The 2 main responsibilities of the owner under ALL delivery systems: Executing ______; and Executing actual _____ _____. - - procurement - project delivery Owner's often retain ___ _____ assistance. - 3rd party What is one characteristic of the scope in 3rd party assistance? - The scope of services varies widely Using a 3rd party professional does NOT constitute a new _____ _____. - delivery system Delivery systems alone, do not predict _____ - success Owners drive project success by strategically selecting strategies that promote team _____ and group _____. - - integration - cohesion