• Traditional Approach

• Architect Prepares Design and Construction Documents which Describe Work in Detail

• Level of Architect's Detail can be less than Design - Bid - Build

• Pre-selected Contractor(s) Prepare Cost Information as Design and Construction Document Preparation Progresses

• Contractor(s) Build the Project

Advantages to Owner

• Able to Use "Known Quantity"

• Single Point of Responsibility for Construction

Disadvantages to Owner

• Lack of Competitive Process