ART - Job Order Contracting: Trust, Partnerhing, Relationships 2007

The document discusses Job Order Contracting (JOC) as a construction delivery method that focuses on trust, partnering, and relationships. JOC was developed by the U.S. Military in the 1980s and has gained popularity in the private sector as a Best Practice and Alternative Construction Delivery Method for medium to large repair, renovation, and rehabilitation projects. The core values of JOC include the desire of the contractor to work closely with the owner to build a long-term, mutually rewarding relationship and to complete each delivery order on time and within budget. The document explains that JOC may not be suitable for every construction project, and it is up to the owner to decide which delivery method to utilize. A successful JOC program requires dedication and teamwork from both the owner and the contractor, who work together to design and develop a scope of work. The document emphasizes the importance of joint scoping to understand the needs and desired results of the owner and reduce change orders. The JOC Request for Proposal (RFP) does not define the type of work or the value of each project but establishes that the owner wants to use the contract for various multi-trade projects. The contractor bids on the potential type of work and projected value over the term of the contract. The document provides a comparison of JOC with other construction delivery methods and highlights the key characteristics of JOC. It also explains the process of selecting a JOC contractor based on qualifications and coefficients. Once a contract is signed, the document states that a cyclical process begins, focusing on trust, partnering, and relationships. The document is written by Vince Duobinis, a Senior Market Development Manager for Centennial Contractors Enterprises, Inc., a company specializing in Job Order Contracting.