ABSTRACT

The purpose of this chapter is to outline a methodology for issuing the client design brief/invitation to tender to the design practices shortlisted by the process described in the previous chapter. This chapter takes the process to the point of identifying the successful design practice through an objective interview process which incorporates evaluation of the design proposals prepared by the shortlisted design practices. The design of an appropriate ‘form of appointment’ contract for the successful consultant is discussed in Chapter 6.