GENERAL CONTRACTING
Strong Plans Still Need the Right Builder
When the design is complete and ready to bid, Kent provides competitive pricing, experienced project leadership, and disciplined field coordination to carry the plan through construction.
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Where General Contracting Fits
General contracting, often called design-bid-build, separates the design and construction contracts. The architect completes the construction documents, qualified contractors bid the work, and the owner selects a builder.
This approach is familiar, straightforward, and well suited to projects where the scope is already defined or competitive bidding is required. Once construction begins, the quality of the outcome depends heavily on how well the contractor understands the documents, coordinates trade partners, manages change, and communicates with the owner and architect.
This approach may fit when:
- The design and specifications are substantially complete.
- The owner or procurement process requires competitive bidding.
- Roles between owner, architect, and contractor are clearly defined.
- The project benefits from a disciplined, document-driven construction process.
- You want a contractor with strong field leadership and trade relationships.
Owner Benefits with General Contracting
Clear separation of roles
The owner retains a direct relationship with the architect, while the general contractor is responsible for executing the completed design.
Competitive market pricing
A defined bid package allows qualified contractors to price the same scope and gives the owner a clear basis for comparison.
A familiar procurement process
Design-bid-build works well for organizations with established bidding requirements, public procurement rules, or a preference for a traditional contract structure.
Documented change management
When field conditions or design changes arise, the contractor can define the cost and schedule impact so the owner can make an informed decision.
What Kent
brings after award.
Strong execution still requires active leadership.
PROJECT SPOTLIGHT
Ochsner Imaging Center
- 23,000 Sq Ft
- Outpatient Diagnostic Facility
- Ground-Up, Bid-Build Project
- New Orleans, LA
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is general contracting the right delivery method?
It is often a good fit when the design is substantially complete, the scope can be clearly bid, and the owner wants or is required to use a competitive procurement process.
Does Kent participate before the bid?
That depends on the procurement structure. In a traditional design-bid-build process, the contractor may have limited involvement before bid. Owners who want earlier construction input may also consider preconstruction advisory or another negotiated delivery method.
How are changes handled after construction begins?
When a design revision, owner request, or unforeseen condition affects the work, Kent documents the issue and presents the related scope, cost, and schedule impact for review under the contract.
Can Kent perform general contracting work in occupied facilities?
Yes, when the project and contract are a fit. Kent has experience planning construction around active healthcare, commercial, faith, and operational environments where access, safety, phasing, dust, noise, and shutdowns require careful coordination.
GENERAL CONTRACTING PROJECTS
Work that speaks for itself.
Field leadership, communication, and accountability are key aspects that turn the documents into a dependable facility.
