Guideline for Project Delivery Selection

DEVELOPMENT OF A GUIDELINE FOR THE SELECTION OF A PROJECT DELIVERY MODEL FOR COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS 

Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and its comparison with traditional project delivery models has become increasingly popular in recent years. Research has already addressed the question of how IPD can help to mitigate existing problems in the construction industry. One relevant result is the multi-party contract as a tool to counteract deficits in construction projects. Additionally, the legal requirements for the use of IPD in the public sector have been analysed, indicating that IPD can be used for public projects as well. Moreover, qualitative assessments demonstrate the potential of IPD to increase efficiency, foster collaboration and achieve project objectives.

The German research findings align with international studies, which have validated the role of IPD in reducing construction costs and timelines through completed project case studies. Although the advantages of IPD over conventional models have been demonstrated by national and international research, there is currently no scientifically valid evidence in the German context that IPD can lead to greater economic efficiency. Therefore, the aim of the research is to identify the quantitative potential (i.e. economic viability) of IPD compared to conventional models and to translate this into a guideline for public and private parties to enable them to select the most cost-effective project delivery model for their purpose.

PARTICIPATING RESEARCHER

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Hans Christian Jünger
Institute of Construction Management (IBL), University of Stuttgart

RESEARCHERS

Elena Müller (IBL)
Benedikt Schmidt (IBL)

FUNDING

Bundesinstitut für Bau-, Stadt- und Raumforschung (BBSR) im Bundesamt für Bauwesen und Raumordnung, Innovationsprogramm Zukunft Bau