10.1. Bid Shopping

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is bid shopping?

   Hint

   Think about what happens once the contract is awarded.

2. 2.

   Why is bid shopping a concern?

   Hint

   Consider how it affects the project outcome.

3. 3.

   What does bid shopping refer to?

   • Cutting costs by changing materials
   • Seeking cheaper subcontractors after contract award
   • Evaluating contractor performance

   Hint

   Consider what happens after a contractor wins a bid.

4. 4.

   True or False: Bid shopping enhances project quality.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the implications of seeking lower costs.

5. 5.

   A contractor is accused of bid shopping on a significant infrastructure project. Analyze the potential legal and financial repercussions they could face.

   Hint

   Consider the interplay of legal standards and market ethics.

6. 6.

   Design a compliance framework that construction companies could adopt to minimize the risk of bid shopping.

   Hint

   Think about processes that can enforce ethical bidding.