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Adeyemi, B S and Aigbavboa, C O (2024) An evaluation of the impacts of construction professionals’ conflict on performance in the Nigerian construction industry. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 469-82.
Aksenova, G and Oti-Sarpong, K (2024) Beyond “platformania” in the construction sector: Conceptualisations and implications of product platformisation in the UK. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 229–50.
Amiri, O, Rahimi, M, Ayazi, A and Khazaeni, G (2024) Multi-criteria decision-making model for EPC contractor prequalification: a hybrid approach. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 369-85.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: engineering, procurement and construction (epc) contractor prequalification; fuzzy sets theory; multi-criteria decision-making problem; uncertainty; weighted average
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJBPA-06-2021-0082
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Purpose: Nowadays, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts are being widely used to perform industrial and infrastructure projects because of several reasons like high speed of implementation. However, these contracts are always accompanied by high risks and uncertainties. Thus, selection of the right EPC contractor has significant importance. This paper aims to present a fuzzy multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model for EPC contractor prequalification. Design/methodology/approach: First, the EPC contractor prequalification criteria are defined by using literature review and interviewing experts. Second, the weights of criteria are determined by interviewing experts. Then, each EPC contractor is evaluated in each criterion. Finally, fuzzy weighted average (FWA) approach is employed to select the right contractor among potential EPC contractors. Findings: The proposed model is prepared as an applicable model for clients to select the right EPC contractors among contractors who want to conduct the project. Originality/value: As a lack of applicable model does exist to assign the prequalification of EPC contractors, this study is one of the first research studies which proposed a fuzzy MCDM model for evaluation of EPC contractors. To cope with the uncertainty of the prequalification problem, fuzzy logic has been used. Using fuzzy sets leads to reaching more reliable results. Also, a real case study is provided to explain the proposed model. © 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited.
Azman, M A, Chuweni, N N, Muhamad Halil, F, Ku Azir, K M A, Lee, B L, Juhari, F N and Skitmore, M (2024) The impact of the change in institutional regulation on construction productivity: firm-level evidence in a developing economy. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 199–214.
Badi, S (2024) The role of blockchain in enabling inter-organisational supply chain alignment for value co-creation in the construction industry. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 266–88.
Bergsdal, H, Brattebø, H and Müller, D B (2014) Dynamic material flow analysis for PCBs in the Norwegian building stock. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 359-70.
Devine-Wright, P, Wrapson, W, Henshaw, V and Guy, S (2014) Low carbon heating and older adults: comfort, cosiness and glow. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 288-99.
Dias, J L, Silva, A, Chai, C, Gaspar, P L and de Brito, J (2014) Neural networks applied to service life prediction of exterior painted surfaces. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 371-80.
Gallardo, C, Sandberg, N H and Brattebø, H (2014) Dynamic-MFA examination of Chilean housing stock: long-term changes and earthquake damage. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 343-58.
Gluch, P, Gustafsson, M, Thuvander, L and Baumann, H (2014) Charting corporate greening: environmental management trends in Sweden. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 318-29.
Hamilton, I G, Shipworth, D, Summerfield, A J, Steadman, P, Oreszczyn, T and Lowe, R (2014) Uptake of energy efficiency interventions in English dwellings. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 255-75.
Hoang, V, Susilawati, C and Raharjo, J P (2024) Analysis of productivity performance of real estate and construction firms in Indonesia. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 215–28.
Ilgın, H E, Karjalainen, M and Pelsmakers, S (2024) Finnish architects' attitudes towards multi-storey timber-residential buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 352-68.
Lees, T and Sexton, M (2014) An evolutionary innovation perspective on the selection of low and zero-carbon technologies in new housing. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 276-87.
Nath, A D, Hoque, M I, Datta, S D and Shahriar, F (2024) Various recycled steel fiber effect on mechanical properties of recycled aggregate concrete. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 448-68.
Oke, A E, Kineber, A F, Albukhari, I and Dada, A J (2024) Modeling the robotics implementation barriers for construction projects in developing countries. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 386-409.
Olatunde, N A (2024) Stakeholder management strategies employed on building projects procured by private corporate organisations in south-western Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 430-47.
Schweber, L and Haroglu, H (2014) Comparing the fit between BREEAM assessment and design processes. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 300-17.
van Marrewijk, A, Veenswijk, M and Clegg, S (2014) Changing collaborative practices through cultural interventions. Building Research & Information, 42(03), 330-42.
van Wyk, L, Kajimo-Shakantu, K and Opawole, A (2024) Adoption of innovative technologies in the South African construction industry. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 410-29.
Walker, G H, Foscarin-Kosmetatou, S, Marr, S, Gillies, S and Lindsay, P (2024) Critical essay: sociotechnical construction. Construction Management and Economics, 42(03), 251–65.
Zhalmurziyeva, K, Tokbolat, S, Durdyev, S, Mustafa, M Y and Karaca, F (2024) Assessment of sustainability indicators for urban water infrastructure in a developing country. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(03), 337-51.