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Brahme, R and Mahdavi, A (2003) Complex early design inquiries via generative design agents. Construction Innovation, 3(02), 81–95.

Marzouk, M and Moselhi, O (2003) A decision support tool for construction bidding. Construction Innovation, 3(02), 111–24.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Analytic hierarchy process; Competitive bidding; Evaluation of bid proposals; Markup; Mlti-attribute decision support
  • ISBN/ISSN: 1471-4175
  • URL: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/14714170310814882
  • Abstract:
    A reliable estimate of markup is essential for successful bid proposals. This paper presents a decision support model for construction bidding. The developed model can assist contractors in estimating markup, and owners and/or their agents in evaluating bid proposals. The model is generic and can be used as a tool to evaluate different alternatives in engineering, procurement, and construction. It utilizes the multi-attribute utility theory and the analytic hierarchy process and makes use of their advantages. Unlike models developed for similar purposes, the proposed model provides a decision support environment for the two functions; that is, estimating markup and evaluating bids. It also enables the user to construct the decision hierarchy that best suits his/her company’s business environment and bidding strategy in a flexible manner. It accounts for the decision maker’s attitude towards risk. Two numerical examples are presented to demonstrate the use and capabilities of the proposed model. Record 95.

Thorpe, D (2003) Online Remote Construction Management trials in Queensland Department of Main Roads: a participant’s perspective. Construction Innovation, 3(02), 65–79.

Tseng, A A, Tanaka, M, Leeladharan, B and Choi, J G (2003) Rotating laser-based system for full profile measurement. Construction Innovation, 3(02), 97–110.