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CLIENT ABUSES OF THE COMPETITIVE TENDERING SYSTEM: SOME GENERAL PRINCIPLES AND A CASE STUDY

MICHAEL WILLIAMSON

School of Construction Management and Property, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane Q4001, Australia

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OWEN WILSON

School of Construction Management and Property, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane Q4001, Australia

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MARTIN SKITMORE

School of Construction Management and Property, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane Q4001, Australia

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GORAN RUNESON

Department of Building, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan NSW 2308, Australia

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https://doi.org/10.1142/S160994510400005XCited by:8 (Source: Crossref)

Abstract

What constitutes unacceptable client behaviour in competitive tendering is considered based on theoretical, legislative and moral considerations. A range of malpractices is then identified through the examination of reported abuses. Finally, a case study is presented which illustrates some of these practices and the difficulties faced by those affected in offering resistance. It is suggested that a practical solution may found by requiring clients to make a more direct contribution to tenderers' costs.

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