Construction · Defined
Design-bid-build (DBB)
Project delivery separating the owner’s design contract from its construction contract, with construction pricing typically sought after development of the bidding documents.
Why it matters
Incomplete documents and unincorporated addenda can still create gaps. Confirm the actual procurement sequence rather than assuming all design is finished at award.
In practice
A project example
An architect prepares the bid set and multiple contractors submit proposals for the owner’s selection.
Technical references
General educational guidance from KOW Building Consultants. Examples are illustrative, not project records. The applicable contract, standard, program, and jurisdiction control the requirements for a specific assignment.