Masonry Magazine August 2005 Page. 47
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project has either been in too big of a hurry to get it right before it is released for bid or simply doesn't want the contract to be clearer.
Let's say that a project was created with the "perfect" set of contract documents. These documents were so complete that they listed absolutely every detail, in startling clarity. There were lists, tables and manufacturers' names. Every dimension and elevation had been double- and triple-checked for accuracy. A complete soils investigation was performed. The research on the availability and delivery times was available, and the schedule allowed for all of this. So on and so forth... Get the picture?
Now, what would happen to the cost of the documents to be that accurate? Think that the cost might go up a bit? Just a little! With all of this detail and every item showing up so clearly, it might allow your estimator to make an appropriate bid for the job, right?
My theory is that those in charge of bringing the project to bid have their own budgets to consider. Should they spend the money now, or should they wait and hope that these things don't become a problem after all? And if problems do show up later, they'll deal with them when the time comes. Or, better yet, they'll convince you that they're your problem, and that you should solve them. Oh, yeah... for free!
This month's playbook: Coach Gary diagrams one of the best defenses ever designed to deal with the scourge of scope creep: the well-written RFI. This will be worth thousands of dollars to you over the next few months! For a free copy of this winning RFI format, log on to www.fullcontactPM.com/10things.
Next month: The beauty of the RFI - it's much more than skin-deep.
Gary Micheloní is a project manager, author, consultant and speaker. He can be reached at coachgary@fullcontactPM.com.
Copyright ©2005 Gary Micheloni
The Voice of the Mason Contractor
THE "POST"
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• One bracket assembly.
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Eagan, MN 55121
Scaffold Pallet
Designed and built with convenience in mind, the Scaffold Pallet gives you a quick and easy way to move scaffolding from job to job.
• The Scaffold Pallet is the most efficient and convenient way to store your scaffolding, when not in use. Several different models to choose from.
John Schuckman Enterprises
P.0. Box 467
Salina, KS 67402
Phone/FAX: 785-826-0289
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