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(c) Maintain written documentation to support each step of the <br />procurement process. <br />o. Design-Bid-Build Projects. The Design-Bid-Build method of construction is <br />where there are separate contracts and procurement processes for the design and construction. <br />Typically the designer coordinates the numerous prime contractors that are involved in the <br />construction process. The Contractor may use design-bid-build procurements to implement its <br />projects after it has complied with applicable State requirements and obtains approval from the <br />Department prior to solicitation and award of the contract. <br />p. Design-Build Projects. The Design-Build method of construction is where a <br />single contractor is given responsibility for both design and construction, thus eliminating an <br />intermediate procurement step with possible time saving, and more effective coordination and <br />opportunities for cost savings. Currently, this procurement method is not an allowable method <br />of procurement by the State of North Carolina. The Contractor may request to use the design- <br />build method as an "alternate" method. Submission of justification must be presented to the <br />State Building Commission for a 2/3-majority vote of approval. One of the drawbacks of design- <br />build is that the owner does not have an independent source (the A/E in traditional construction) <br />overseeing design implementation and verifying conformance with the drawings and <br />specifications. <br />q. Competitive Proposal/Request for Proposal (RFP). The competitive proposal/ <br />request for proposal (RFP) method of procurement is normally conducted with more than one <br />source submitting an offer, i.e., proposal. Either a fixed price or cost reimbursement type <br />contract is awarded. This method of procurement is generally used when conditions are not <br />appropriate for the use of sealed bids. The Contractor acknowledges that certain restrictions <br />apply under North Carolina law for use of the RFP method and these restrictions and exceptions <br />are discussed below. <br />07-SC-056 Page 35 of 59 <br />Orange County <br />