The process package has not been finalized; it is not clear whether a design tender can be issued
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To advance the project, there are several consecutive units that we would like to invite BEPC to work on together, but only one process package has been finalized; the subsequent process packages have not yet been decided. Is it possible to invite BEPC in this situation?
It can be hired. Leverage the expertise of design institutes to assist you with the tendering for the process package. It doesn’t matter.
The risk is high; it depends on the contract terms.
The key issue is not knowing how to prepare the tender documents or how to negotiate contracts with design firms, including technical requirements, performance guarantees, and evaluation criteria.
What type of contract format is more suitable?
This has nothing to do with whether there is a process package or not. When selecting a design institute, one can only compare those that are at the same level and in the same category; evaluation is carried out based on factors such as qualifications, capabilities, experience, human resources, and experience in similar projects. By discussing options with several institutions, one can obtain all the necessary information regarding technical requirements, performance guarantees, and evaluation criteria. Finally, the only thing left to consider is the commercial bid. It’s not a very complicated task.
This matter really has nothing to do with the process package. At this stage, you can choose one or more design institutes or engineering companies as consulting firms; regarding the process package, you can sign a human resource support contract with certain companies
There are no bids for turnkey projects abroad involving process packages; the process packages are discussed only after a general contractor has been selected
The subsequent process packages have not been finalized yet; it’s best not to hire anyone for now
Once the design capabilities, service scope, and qualification requirements are determined, that’s it! As for the price, it can be determined through a rate-based bidding process or based on hourly rates
The process package has not been determined, and there is no overall plan. Additionally, the time span from the preliminary design to EPC is long, and there are risks related to changes in the contract price for BEPC as well as the risk of contract breaches; therefore, it is necessary to reach agreements with the contractor regarding risk-sharing mechanisms (for changes, price increases, force majeure, etc.). It is not impossible to proceed with the project after such arrangements are in place.