Let's look at some alternatives to CCT

Article Abstract:

Compulsory competitive tendering is abhorred by architects, and no attention has been paid to the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) complaint that CCT has an adverse effect on quality of service. An alternative, as described by Alex Reid in an RIBA periodical, is the Brooks selection method, which operates well in the US. Under the CCT method, whereby fees determine the choice of architect, standards are bound to be adversely affected.

Finance, Prices and rates, Architects, Contracts

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Was it the monster or the swamp?

Article Abstract:

Robert Maxwell bought properties in Liverpool Street over a period of time, with the overall aim to be involved in negotiations for the Broadgate Development, which was to totally changed the character of the local area near the station. The proposed redevelopment didn't take place, although the building was redeveloped in an very unattractive way. 40% increase in floor area was achieved, and the building was refitted for Maxwell's office.

London, England, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Buildings and facilities, Maxwell, Robert

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Why no VAT on design and build projects?

Article Abstract:

Attention is drawn to a significant aspect of VAT legislation which encourages design and build as a procurement route to saving VAT on professional fees. VAT legislation is complicated and inconsistent, therefore it is important for architects to establish the VAT categorisation of a project from the start, and use professionals for complicated situations.

Laws, regulations and rules, Construction, Value-added tax, Building

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