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Stage 4 > Technical Design
4.5.4.3 Continue discussion with the client on more detailed aspects of
procurement, and confirm decisions in writing. The decisions will
affect the finalisation of the design during this stage, the amount
and type of design information needed at this stage and the role
of the consultants.
The client should be given reasonable notice to supply detailed final
requirements concerning access, facilities, furnishings, fittings, etc.
Likewise, take into account users’ requirements as relevant.
4.5.4.4 Advise the client on the need to appoint further consultants and
specialists.
4.5.4.5 Obtain the client’s approval of materials and finishes. Obtain
samples, etc. and submit to the client for comment. Prepare
special presentation panels, etc. for the client.
4.5.4.6 Discuss with the client any outstanding matters of detail design
which need to be resolved before preparing Technical Design.
4.5.4.7 Advise the client on the need for a clerk of works if appropriate,
and explain the role of such a person and the appointing
procedures.
4.5.4.8 Discuss with the client whether interviews with potential
contractors should take place at this stage.
Under certain circumstances contractors’ views on operational methods
and health and safety during construction could be valuable. Contractor
involvement can in principle start at any stage. Note the comments on
how to manage this under previous stages in this book.
4.5.4.9
Check with the client when the site will be available to the
contractor and that nothing is likely to prevent possession or
commencement on that date.
4.5.4.10 Discuss with the client any intention to impose restrictions on the
contractor’s working methods (e.g. sequence, access, limitation
on hours, noise).
This could have an effect on Technical Design and would be essential
information for tenderers.
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