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General
Construction
The most traditional
form of general construction services are those in which Frye Builders
and Associates, Inc. contracts to construct a facility for an owner who
already has a complete set of construction documents, i.e. plans and
specifications. An architectural or engineering firm who is already working directly for
the owner usually prepares these documents.
Under
this arrangement, Frye Builders is responsible only for construction and
is bound by contract to provide exactly what is called for in the
construction documents. Changes in scope of work are dealt with through change orders, which are
amendments to the original contract. A construction only contract does not allow the contractor
participation during the design phase.
Construction
Management
Another alternative project delivery system is construction management. A
construction manager is hired on a negotiated fee basis. Under
construction management, Frye Builders accepts responsibilities for
managing the design process, securing bids and contracting the various
construction trades, complying with building codes and government
regulations, scheduling of crews and material, and acting as a liaison
between the project and the owner.
The construction manager, at the owner's discretion, may hire a general
contractor or may instead subcontract all aspects of the project directly.
If the project is such that the construction manager can serve double
duty as general contractor, it will potentially assure the owner quality
for very little additional cost. Savings can also be realized
through the bidding process, which is not as risky when a thoroughly knowledgeable,
experienced person is securing the bids from people known to be
reputable and reliable.
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Design/Build
There are many reasons why Design/Build is the preferred project delivery
method in today’s market. First and foremost, there is a single source of responsibility
between the owner and Design/Builder. This eliminates adverse relationships between the contractor and
design team, so that the owner has only one contractual relationship.
Second, the time frame to complete a project is compressed since
design and construction activities are concurrent. Third, project costs are identified at an early stage and
budgetary concerns can be addressed in the preliminary design. Fourth, Design/Build inherently provides higher quality since the
singular responsibility serves as a motivator for proper project
performance.
Frye Builders philosophy on Design/Build is to outsource design services to
architects and engineers. This allows the selection of designers who are specialists in the
type of project to be built. Subcontractor procurement is a more selective process and is not
based on Design-Bid-Build method of using the low bid price submitted by
a firm with little knowledge of the project. Instead qualified firms, who are involved in the design process
and understand the cost, timing, and quality requirements of the
project, are part of the team.
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Build-to-Suit
Many clients are looking for a total
development solution to their building and space needs. Frye
Builders has the expertise, resources, and capabilities to
provide total turn-key solutions for real estate development
issues. We can provide assistance in site selection, feasibility
studies, design, and a variety of construction consulting
services. Under a Build to Suit/Lease Back arrangement, clients
can redirect capital expenditures into the operation of their
business. The result is a long term lease with reasonable
monthly rates.
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