Delivering Best Value in Highways Major Maintenance Schemes: Case Study

Ansell, Mary; Holmes, Michael W.; Evans, Rees J.E.; Pasquire, Christine; Price, Andrew D.F.

doi:10.1061/(asce)0733-9364(2009)135:4(235)

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“…The success or failure in achieving VfM is largely dependent on the ability of construction professionals to determine whether they are giving their clients the best services (Ayettey and Danso, 2018). According to Ansell et al (2009) VfM is achieved when a project is as follows: free from defects on completion; delivered on time; delivered within budget; fit for purpose; low construction cost; pleasing to look at; supported by worthwhile guarantees; satisfactory life of repair; low maintenance cost; minimal disruption to the public; and safe. This implies that there are so many dimensions that have to be satisfied with a construction project.…”

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Identifying the latent shortcomings in achieving value for money within the Ghanaian construction industry

Kissi

Adjei-Kumi

Twum-Ampofo

et al. 2020

JOPP

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Purpose The non-achievement of projects of best value remains a perennial problem within the construction industry. This paper aims to identify the latent shortcomings affecting the achievement of value for money (VfM) within the Ghanaian construction industry. Design/methodology/approach From a comprehensive literature review and pilot survey, 18 variables responsible for the non-achievement of VfM were identified. Through purposive and snowballing sampling techniques, a questionnaire was administered to the target professionals. Factor analysis was used to establish the latent shortcomings underlying the same dimensions of VfM achievement in the Ghanaian construction industry. Findings A total of six components were identified and explained as external factors; institutional culture and policy constraints; technical and decision-making factors; human-related factors and accountability and transparency constraints. The relative importance index was used in analysing the strategies to addressing the shortcomings. Social implications The prevalent situation of poorly delivered projects and the continuous campaign for VfM necessitated the need for a study into explaining the latent shortcomings in achieving VfM within the Ghanaian construction industry. It is recommended that governments give VfM in public projects serious attention. This would help to reduce the overall cost of construction projects without compromising quality. When VfM is taken seriously, governments can save more money and undertake more projects as well as gain public acceptance in terms of transparency and accountability. Originality/value This study has set the pace for further research in the VfM analysis by identifying the latent shortcoming, which other developing countries can emulate.

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Identifying the latent shortcomings in achieving value for money within the Ghanaian construction industry

Kissi

Adjei-Kumi

Twum-Ampofo

et al. 2020

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“…Research has shown that subjective elements can bring into question the validity of scoring and benchmarking (Ansell et al, 2009), and raise concerns or legal protests (Scott et al, 2006). NCHRP Synthesis 471 indicated that one of the critical success factors for best-value awards is the transparency and fairness of the evaluation process of non-price factors, including: qualifications, experience, technical approach, and innovative solution (Molenaar and Tran, 2015).…”

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Implementation of best-value procurement for highway design and construction in the USA

Tran

Molenaar

Kolli

2017

ECAM

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate procedures and practices to promote transparency in best-value procurement for the design and construction of highway projects with the goal of improving this evolving procurement method. Design/methodology/approach The review of published empirical studies, a national survey of transportation agencies, and case studies of highway agencies form the basis of the conclusions in this research. In addition to the national survey, with 46 of 52 agencies participating, the research presents case studies from seven highway agencies in the USA including: California, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, and Utah. These seven case studies were selected from agencies that employ mature best-value procurement methods. The case studies involved a thorough procedural review and structured interviews of agency personnel. The agencies then validated the results and conclusions. Findings The results showed that evaluation committees should include technical members who do not have a personal interest in the outcome of the selection to maintain transparency in best-value projects. The committees should receive best-value procurement training, which necessitates the development of consistent and transparent best-value selection procedures. Debriefing meetings should be conducted to provide comments about strengths and weaknesses of each proposal to enhance fairness and transparency of the best-value selection process. Research limitations/implications Knowledge of the best-value procurement procedure will allow researchers to better understand the impact of procedures and practices on transparency in selecting best-value projects. The chief limitation of this research is that the primary data were collected from highway agencies in the USA. Any future research should include more data to enhance the validity of this study outside of the public transportation sector. Practical implications The result of this research will help transportation agencies and other public owners to improve their best-value procurement procedures. The findings of this research also address the construction and consulting industry’s concern about transparency and fairness of a best-value selection process. Originality/value This research is the first attempt to examine the impact of the evaluation committee, best-value training, and debriefings on transparency of best-value selection.

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“…Applying partnering principals of mutual trust and cooperation, the CMF emphasised the importance of communication and close working (Ansell et al, 2009). Additionally, "lean" helped improve process efficiency and added value to highways projects.…”

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Process mapping for road works planning and coordination

Hussain

Ruikar

Enoch

et al. 2017

BEPAM

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Purpose Diminishing local government budgets and the need to reduce highway works activities necessitate cost effective and efficient processes. The purpose of this paper is to investigate streamlining road works administrative processes to enhance coordinated working at Derby City Council. Design/methodology/approach Case study research of a local authority was undertaken using business process mapping. Specifically, Swimlane analysis enabled re-engineering of business processes from design stage, to works permit issuance. Process improvement recommendations were validated by nine industry experts through a focus group and semi-structured interviews. A logic map was developed for transferability to other councils, identifying key attributes for a successful administrative road works management process. Findings Research revealed inherent silo working and processes built around fragmented IT systems creating process inefficiency. Validation found numerous practices and management styles were culturally embedded and common across councils. Peer reviewed recommendations are made to improve working practices, including improving IT systems, removing process bottlenecks, and training staff. Research limitations/implications Whilst road works management policy is generally under-researched, its strategic and negative impacts are widely acknowledged. This study highlights the day-to-day operational problems which are interconnected to the strategic impact, bridging an important gap in knowledge, as well as adding to business process re-engineering literature. Originality/value The research adds to a limited body of road works management policy research, and also presents a high-level logic map for councils to adopt as appropriate.

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Delivering Best Value in Highways Major Maintenance Schemes: Case Study

Cited by 6 publications

References 5 publications

Identifying the latent shortcomings in achieving value for money within the Ghanaian construction industry

Identifying the latent shortcomings in achieving value for money within the Ghanaian construction industry

Implementation of best-value procurement for highway design and construction in the USA

Process mapping for road works planning and coordination

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