Prepared by the Committee on Specifications of the Construction Institute of ASCE.

This report explains in detail the key steps in writing a request for proposal (RFP) or specifications document for construction projects using design-build as the project delivery method. A concise, well-written RFP is a cornerstone of a successful design-build project, and knowledge about how to create and interpret RFPs and specifications is essential for project owners and the design and construction professionals.

Topics include:

• an overview of RFPs and their role in...