Awarding a package to the cheapest subcontractor looks like the safest bet for your margin, until the delays and the rework start. Choosing on clear criteria reduces that risk.
The five criteria
- Price, compared line by line against the same quantities for every bid.
- The committed timescale and how well it fits the project schedule.
- Track record on previous projects: meeting commitments, quality and issues.
- Up-to-date documentation: insurance, certificates and accreditations.
- Genuine capacity to take on the work on the planned dates.
Comparing like for like
The most common mistake is comparing bids that don't price the same thing. Levelling the bids line by line shows at a glance where the price difference lies and whether it reflects a different scope.
From bid comparison to site
In ConstrAllianz, the awarded package flows straight into the schedule and the daily reports. That way, the subcontractor's performance is recorded and informs your next selection.