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Abou-Zeid, A M K (1993) Data flow identification to support project automation/integration and productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Al-Fares, M A (1995) On the development of an integrated system for the automation of on-site reinforced concrete construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Ammar, A I (2001) Profitability of electrical contractors using financial and economical data: The effect of company's size, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Choi, J (2003) Strategic motives underlying M and A transactions in the United States public construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Choi, K (2008) Applications of its archived data for improved highway planning and design, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Huang, C-N (2003) Time study on two-echelon supply chain for steel framing construction: Field investigation and networking model simulation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Ibrahim, M W W (2018) Improving project performance by mitigating out-of-sequence work and assessing construction readiness, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Jang, H (2002) Construction material logistics: Project manager level of satisfaction and facilities layout planning, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Kang, M M K (2014) Development of an expert system for sustainable pavement preservation strategies (es2p2s), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Kim, S-K (2001) Toward a framework for an intelligent earthwork system (ies), Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Koo, K-J (2000) Organizational program management for multiple maintenance projects under multi-trade capacity constraints, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Lee, J C (2010) Evaluating the sustainability of construction with recycled materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Lee, S (2000) Spatial model and decentralized path planning for construction automation, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Lukito, P K (2000) A framework for environmental monitoring infrastructure investment planning in developing areas, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Rungjang, K (2013) Public investment for developing port facilities within competitive market, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Schwab, A (2000) Management practices in short-term network organizations: The performance impact of the shadow of the future and psychological contracts in the United States movie industry, 1931--1940, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Shr, J-F (1999) Model development for cost-plus-time bidding applied to Florida department of transportation highway construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: duration; traffic; bidding; estimating; rehabilitation; United States; highway; scheduler
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- URL: https://www.proquest.com/docview/304538864
- Abstract:
To effectively meet the growing need for additional usable highway, attention is shifting from the building of new transportation facilities to the resurfacing, rehabilitation, and restoration of existing highways. Typically, these projects are undertaken in heavily urbanized areas, causing traffic congestion during the construction period. This congestion caused by construction not only poses severe inconvenience to the traveling public, but also negatively affects the business community. With such a premium placed on construction time, many of this country's State Highway Agencies (SHAs) have begun to implement alternative construction procedures in an attempt to reduce project duration. A variety of contracting and bidding methods have been introduced in the United States over the last several years that specifically address reduction of construction times. The most popular methods are: (1) Biding on cost-plus-time (A + B); (2) Incentive/disincentive (I/D); and (3) Bidding on cost-plus-time combined with incentive/disincentive (A + B + I/D). Each of these innovative methods considers the value of time. Due to the significant impact of the value of time, schedulers are required to become more efficient in estimating the construction times. Currently, most SHAs and contractors use traditional methods. However, more exact time estimates and closer cost predictions are necessary to enable the use of these innovative methods. This research will explore the following topics. For the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) (1) how to determine a reasonable range of B in an A + B contract, and (2) how to determine a maximum incentive and maximum days of incentive in an I/D contract. For contractors interested in FDOT projects, (1) what is the best strategy to determine a bid price in an I/D contract, and (2) what is the best strategy to determine a bid price using an A + B + I/D contract. Data from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) are used to verify models to respond to the topics above.
Sullivan, K T (2004) Quantification of the cumulative impact of change orders on sheet metal labor productivity, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Taha, M A-E (1994) Applying distributed artificial intelligence to the prequalification of construction contractors, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , The University of Wisconsin - Madison.