Session 4 of 8

Tool: Deviations from Agency Standards 

13 D-B, 16 CM-GC

NCHRP Research Report 939 presents practical guidance for the post-award administration of projects delivered using alternative, nontraditional methods.

Tool: Deviations from Agency Standards (13 D-B, 16 CM-GC)

What is it?

  • Deviate from agency standards on a specific project when it makes sense in the context of that project to better meet agency goals

Why use it?

  • To better meet an agency’s goals when a specific project context does not match the standard context
  • Leverages contractor input for innovation, value, and risk mitigation

Documents

NCHRP ACM Contract Admin – Session 4 Slides

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