The ethics of item pricing

A Stramarcos; David Cattell

The ethics of item pricing

A Stramarcos, David Cattell

Centre for Comparative Construction Research

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Abstract

Unbalanced bidding describes the process of contractors deliberately applying different mark-ups to individual items of work within a project. This practice has been shown to have the potential of yielding significant benefits to the contractor, including improved cashflow, higher compensation for escalation, and higher valuations for anticipated variations. A previous study on a hypothetical project indicated an improvement in profit in the order of 150% compared to balanced item prices. Research has indicated that unbalanced bidding is a widespread practice and yet many researchers have argued that it is unethical. This paper investigates the merits of these claims.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	38th Australian University Building Educators Association Conference
Place of Publication	Auckland
Publisher	University of Auckland
Pages	1-14
Number of pages	14
Publication status	Published - 2013
Event	Australian University Building Educators Association Conference - Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Duration: 20 Nov 2013 → 22 Nov 2013 Conference number: 38th

Conference

Conference	Australian University Building Educators Association Conference
Abbreviated title	AUBEA Conference
Country/Territory	New Zealand
City	Auckland
Period	20/11/13 → 22/11/13

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