PhD Final Thesis April 2013.pdf - Anglia Ruskin Research Online

Appendices to Thesis Keith Gale 2013From previous experience, I would say yes.And why do you think that is? Are their any views you have on organisation?I think again its potentially due to building long term relationships and err I presumeit protects that you’re on the frameworks and once you remain in that position andwanting to be able to re-tender and be accepted again. Err, yeah, I think its all to dowith relationships between the two parties. Its probably cosier. I mean compared tothe traditional method. It’s a bit more personal and interesting.Q10 In your view, what are the drivers that encourage stronger and closerrelationships between parties to a construction project? Why do you think that is?I would say that one of the most important things is the communication together witha clear indication of responsibilities. Again, its got to be through communication. Ilike the early involvement between contractor and client which I’ve been reading upabout. And err, possibly the selection of the type of contract and a long termframework as well to make sure it suits the work involved.Q11 In your opinion, what are the drivers that encourage projects to be completed‘right first time’? Does the procurement help or hinder this?Um, I would say the main driver again would be financial in all respects and err.. theprocurement method. I would say the framework procurement does encourage thisrather than the traditional method. Time delays can be avoided as well through theuse of the framework.Q12 In your opinion, which procurement method encourages longer termrelationships between parties to a construction project? Why do you think this is?I should think the framework should encourage longer term relationships by its verynature. And because the client and the contractor learns how each other works andsort of become comfortable dealing… you know they know all the ins and outs andhelps deal with the various people and create professional relationships as well.437