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A member of the EPCM contractor s site team, the owner s representative or a construction contractor, in fact any concerned party, may initiate a query concerning the on-site interpretation or application of an engineering document. The query could typically concern ... 

The conventional fixed bid method of delivery project approach is characterized by a clear separation between the design phase and the construction phase. The owner hires an architect/engineering firm (A E) that turns the functional requirements of the building into a detailed set of construction drawings and specifications. These drawings and specifications, as well as schedule requirements and special conditions, become the basis of a request for proposal (RFP) that is issued to general contractors (GC) for bids. Bids are received and evaluated and a fixed price or lump sum contract is awarded to a GC. The GC purchases materials and awards subcontracts as required to satisfy his obligations as detailed in the contract documents. 

At the end of the construction phase, the EPC contractor will prepare the final project documents (Table 2.5) and submit them to the company. Generally, these will be split into engineering and vendor-related document dossiers. The project team will check the completeness and accuracy of the dossiers, and send comments so that EPC contractor can update these documents quickly. This activity is very important as these documents will be used for the entire life of the revamped plant and will also provide a basis for future revamp projects. 

Best practice information on safe working practices in the coastal and maritime engineering sector has been assembled through examination of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) statistical data and through detailed discussions with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers, examining current operational procedures, accident records and perceptions of risk. This document incorporates lessons learnt from previous experience in the coastal and maritime construction sectors, and contains guidance and recommendations for all stakeholders involved in the safety of construction work in the coastal and maritime environment. 

The internet platform www.geosynthetica.net provides comprehensive construction documents and technical support information for engineers, regulators, contractors, installers, and facility owners involved with civil and geotechnical works containing geosynthetics and especially plastic geomembranes. 

Specifications, along with drawings and contract documents, are used by contractors in preparing bids, and if successful, in constructing the structure, facility, system, or product. The ultimate owner is typically interested in the specifications and drawings because they describe the end point in terms of what the owner will eventually use, operate, and maintain. Finally, engineers who will be involved in construction or manufacturing, as described in the next chapter, use the specifications and other documents (Choi 2004). 

The procurement department establishes a list of qualified tenderers for engineering, procurement and construction (EPC). They must be able to offer adequate standard semi-submersible platform concepts and must be able to mobilise a project organisation with adequate qualifications and experience. Tender documents are developed and an invitation to tender is sent out. Bids are received and evaluated. An EPC contractor is selected among the tenderers. 

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