11/12/2024
In the realm of Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) projects, precision in quantity extraction is fundamental. It serves as the foundation upon which contractors base their target price estimations and align their proposals with project goals. Deltana Engineering excels in this critical area, ensuring that every quantity derived is accurate, traceable, and actionable.
Deltana Engineering adapts to the new modalities of bidding and contracting, such as Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and Progressive Design-Build (PDB). By aligning with these frameworks, we provide comprehensive support to construction companies and consortia throughout the process, delivering measurements that validate contract amounts. Additionally, we extend our assistance beyond quantity extraction, offering support to the technical office at the construction site.
These modalities, increasingly adopted by authorities to ensure a more effective and rational use of taxpayer resources, contribute to optimal designs and significantly reduce the risk of unforeseen cost overruns during project execution.
Mastering the Art of Quantity Extraction
At Deltana Engineering, we specialize in meticulously analyzing design outputs—prepared by the consortium’s designers—to extract the quantities essential for every project phase. Using advanced tools and our BOCE® (Back Office Construction Engineering) methodology, we provide reliable data that supports:
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Cost estimations at preliminary stages.
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Target price definition during the 60% design milestone.
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Final adjustments and verification at 80% and IFC (Issued for Construction) stages.
This systematic approach ensures contractors can confidently estimate, compare, and refine costs throughout the design’s evolution.
The Role of Quantity Extraction in ECI and PDB
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Foundation for Decision-Making:
Quantities are the building blocks of project cost estimations. We extract and validate data at each stage, ensuring that contractors have a robust foundation for pricing discussions and strategic planning, whether in Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) or Progressive Design-Build (PDB) frameworks. -
Dynamic Data Analysis:
Our expertise goes beyond extraction. Using Power BI, we offer contractors the ability to track quantity changes, compare impacts across design stages, and identify cost drivers—empowering them to adapt to evolving project needs in both ECI and PDB environments. -
Holistic Verification:
Every quantity derived is cross-referenced with BIM models, drawings, and specifications. This ensures not only accuracy but also identifies potential inconsistencies, clashes, or omissions that could impact constructability. This process is tailored to meet the specific demands of ECI and PDB projects.
Extensive Experience and Expertise
Deltana’s extensive involvement in high-profile projects, such as the Ontario Line in Canada, underscores our ability to handle the complexities of ECI and PDB frameworks. Our team’s years of experience and deep technical knowledge enable us to navigate multi-disciplinary projects seamlessly, always with a holistic view of project objectives.
BOCE®: Driving Excellence in Quantity Extraction
BOCE® is the backbone of our services, ensuring that every quantity extraction process is aligned with the contractor’s needs and the project’s demands. By integrating as an extension of the contractor’s team, we provide the technical support necessary to turn design information into actionable insights.
In the fast-paced world of ECI and PDB projects, accurate quantity extraction isn’t just a task; it’s a strategic advantage. With Deltana Engineering, contractors can count on precision, reliability, and added value at every stage.
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