Technical Specifications' Effect on Construction
Publication: Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
Volume 116, Issue 3
Abstract
Technical specifications constitute that portion of the contract documents that control the performance of the construction project. The technical specifications impact all parts of the construction project. Clear specifications and a consistent understanding of the intent of the specifications by all parties leads to a project of higher quality. The specifications also protect the right of the contractor to choose methods of construction and provide assurance that the owner will receive the required performance from the finished product. Specifications that fulfill these demands often lead to better relations through consistent decision making and proper delegation of responsibility. The prompt clarification of ambiguities and the fair resolution of discrepancies concerning technical specifications leads to projects with fewer disputes, resulting in a reduced need for arbitration and litigation and thus lower overhead costs for both owners and contractors.
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Published online: Sep 1, 1990
Published in print: Sep 1990
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