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Ali, G M, Kosa, J, Bouferguene, A and Al-Hussein, M (2021) Competitive Assessment of Ice and Frozen Silt Mat for Crane Ground Support Using Finite-Element Analysis. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Alsharqawi, M, Abu Dabous, S, Zayed, T and Hamdan, S (2021) Budget Optimization of Concrete Bridge Decks under Performance-Based Contract Settings. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Concrete bridge decks; Performance modeling; Maintenance repair, and replacement (MRR); Optimization; Performance-based contracting (PBC); Heuristic genetic algorithm (GA);
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0002043
  • Abstract:
    Growing needs for maintenance, repair, and replacement (MRR) of existing transportation infrastructure signifies the importance of new and innovative contracting strategies. Among the emerging contracting methods in the area of transportation infrastructure management is long-term performance-based maintenance contracts, also known as performance-based contracting (PBC). To date, PBC has not been implemented in the area of bridge infrastructure maintenance management due to uncertainties in the bridge deterioration process and challenges in modeling performance. The main objective of this research is to develop short- and long-term optimal MRR plans for bridge decks under PBC settings. This objective necessitates the development of a performance model to define the current condition of bridges and predict their future deterioration rates. The performance model is essential to select appropriate MRR actions that enable planning these actions and estimating the needed budget. The research introduces an integrated condition as a key performance indicator of the bridge component (i.e., bridge deck). Further, an associated level of service (LOS) threshold is defined. The output of this research is a decision support model for selecting optimal rehabilitation strategies while maintaining a defined performance LOS and budget constraints. A modified genetic algorithm (GA) is developed to perform the optimization of resources under the defined LOS and is coded in MATLAB version R2014a software to perform the needed analysis. The decision support model is evaluated with a real case study for a bridge located in Quebec, Canada. Sensitivity analysis is performed to evaluate the impacts of the decision variables against the cost. For instance, the analysis proved that improving the LOS by 18% requires an increase of an MRR budget by about 51%. Research findings concluded that integrating the PBC approach into the decision-making process offers better results in long-term plans. The focus of this study has mainly been on bridge decks. Future work may target expanding to the other bridge components and additional related assets.

Han, B and Leite, F (2021) Measuring the Impact of Immersive Virtual Reality on Construction Design Review Applications: Head-Mounted Display versus Desktop Monitor. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Koc, K and Pelin Gurgun, A (2021) Assessment of Readability Risks in Contracts Causing Conflicts in Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Liang, Y, Ashuri, B and Li, M (2021) Forecasting the Construction Expenditure Cash Flow for Transportation Design-Build Projects with a Case-Based Reasoning Model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Ma, G, Wu, M, Jia, J and Yang, W (2021) Two-Level Quality Decision Support System for Building Structural Damage Prediction and Maintenance Solution Recommendation in the Operation and Maintenance Phase. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Mohamed, M and Tran, D Q (2021) Risk-Based Inspection Model for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Pirzadeh, P and Lingard, H (2021) Working from Home during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Health and Well-Being of Project-Based Construction Workers. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Sharafi, A, Sadegh Amalnick, M and Allah Taleizadeh, A (2021) Outcome of Financial Conflicts in the Operation Phase of Public–Private Partnership Contracts. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Wang, X, Ye, K and Arditi, D (2021) Embodied Cost of Collusive Bidding: Evidence from China’s Construction Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Ward, M, Poleacovschi, C, Faust, K and Svec, J (2021) Modeling Public Support for Utility Expansions in Displacement Situations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Xue, J, Shen, G Q, Li, Y, Han, S and Chu, X (2021) Dynamic Analysis on Public Concerns in Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge: Integrated Topic and Sentiment Modeling Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Zhang, Q, Chen, Z, Li, J and Liu, S (2021) Pressure-Cast-In-Situ Pile with Spray-Expanded Frustum: Construction Equipment and Process. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).

Zhang, X, Le, Y, Liu, Y and Liu, M (2021) Fostering Ambidextrous Innovation in Infrastructure Projects: Differentiation and Integration Tactics of Cross-Functional Teams. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(06).