This document discusses procurement methods in the construction industry. It begins by defining procurement systems and their objectives, which include managing procurement effectively and controlling risks.
It then describes three main procurement methods: traditional, design-build, and management. Traditional involves separate design and construction contracts while design-build combines them. Management involves a contractor managing the project.
The document outlines factors that influence selecting a procurement method, such as the project characteristics, client needs, and external environment issues. It aims to help establish an effective procurement system in construction.