Critical Issues for Implementing DB Projects in Taiwan

Abstract:

Even though the design-build (DB) delivery method has become a popular construction project delivery method in many countries, it is relatively rare in Taiwan. This study investigates the problems and difficulties that Taiwanese owners may encounter during using DB delivery methods. Twenty six problems over the four key stages of the DB process were first identified based on previous studies and expert interviews. A questionnaire survey was then conducted to determine the most pressing problems for Taiwan. The results of statistical analyses show that Taiwanese owners face key problems at all stages of the DB delivery method, especially during the tender preparation and valuation stages. These findings can be used by Taiwanese owners for successfully executing DB projects.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 357-360)
• Pages: 2171-2176
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.357-360.2171
• Online since: August 2013
• Authors: Ming Teh Wang*, Chi Chen Tsai, Luh Maan Chang, Thanh Long Ngo, Van Duc Mai, Yin Hsuan Sung
• Keywords: Design-Build, Procurement

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