QBS Process

Step 1 - Select the best qualified firm

	Decide if competitive selection is desirable
	Establish evaluation criteria
	Solicit statements of qualifications from interested firms
	Develop a short-list of 3 to 5 firms. Investigate references, jobs, and  offices. Invite for interview.
	Rank the firms

 

Step 2 - Jointly define scope of services and contract form, taking advantage of the experience of the selected firm.

	Invite the highest ranked firm to assist in defining the scope of work.  These discussions should include the Owner's goals and concepts for  the project, the designers approach to the project as well as any  alternatives which should be considered.
	Establish contract form
	Reach agreement.  If agreement can not be reached, return to  the beginning of Step 2 and proceed with the next highest  ranked firm.

 

Step 3 - Retain the firm on the basis of an acceptable proposal.

	Ask for fee proposal
	Reach agreement. If an agreement can not be reached on the  fee, return to the beginning of Step 2 and proceed with the next  highest ranked firm.
	Retain the firm and enter into written contract