Five questions to resolve before façade tender

1. What is included?

Identify the curtain walls, cladding, canopies and other elements included in the package, along with interfaces to adjoining works.

2. Which requirements govern the design?

Make the relevant architectural, performance and material requirements clear, and identify the project-specific criteria that still need confirmation.

3. How will proposals be compared?

Agree the basis for comparing price, scope, system proposals and exclusions.

4. What is the review process?

Identify the drawing and material review stages, the responsible parties and the information needed for each decision.

5. What needs verification before delivery?

Define the agreed inspection, testing and acceptance requirements, with responsibilities and timing coordinated across the project team.

The appropriate scope and requirements depend on the particular project and appointment.