PACIFIC RIM TRANSTECH CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS. VOLUME II. INNOVATIVE CONTRACTING PRACTICES IN DEVELOPING AN ADVANCED FREEWAY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

As an approach to developing a Freeway Management System for Charlotte, North Carolina, the North Carolina Department of Transportation has proposed an innovative contracting procedure called Design-Build or Design-Build-Warrant contract. This paper outlines the approach adopted by NCDOT in developing this innovation. The Federal Highway Administration's support for Design-build is described, as well as experience with design-build contracting. The advantages and disadvantages of design-build are noted, and implementation recommendations are made.