Federal Sector Best Practices for Design-Build Updated by DBIA

The Design-Build Institute of America has updated its Design-Build Done Right Federal Sector Best Practices, offering a comprehensive guide for teams navigating the intricacies of federal project delivery. For these teams, understanding the Federal Acquisition Regulation and adhering to the right practices can be the key to a successful design-build project, and the updated Federal Sector Best Practices provides that guidance.

The new version is based on the recently updated Universal Best Practices, keeping pace with the growth and evolution of design-build.

These best practices are firmly grounded in the Federal Acquisition Regulation, Office of Management and Budget and Office of Federal Procurement Policy documents. This means these practices are more than just theoretical ideals; they are actionable steps that can be applied to federal projects. In essence, these best practices act as a roadmap, guiding project teams through the complexities of federal project delivery.

One core concept that underpins these best practices is the role of each member of the Acquisition Team. According to FAR 1.102(d), every team member is expected to exercise personal initiative and sound business judgment to provide the best value product or service that meets the customer’s needs. This philosophy places a strong emphasis on collaborative decision-making and striving for excellence at every stage of the project.

Download the guide at the DBIA Bookstore.