This study offers an extensive overview of architectural contract types and project delivery methods, emphasizing their importance in ensuring smooth project execution. It details various contractual agreements, such as lump-sum, cost-plus, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), and unit price contracts, each suited for different project scopes and financial requirements. Additionally, this study explains project delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build (DBB), Design-Build (DB), Construction Management at Risk (CMAR), and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. Ultimately, the source underscores that the selection of the most appropriate contract and delivery method hinges on factors like project scope, client requirements, risk management, team resources, and budget flexibility.

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ARE 5.0 – JWang PcM Study Notes (Architectural Contracts and Project Delivery Methods)

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ARE 5.0 – JWang PcM Study Notes (Architectural Contracts and Project Delivery Methods)

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