Project delivery method selection guidance
Find Project Delivery Method Selection Guidance (PDMSG) to help identify the most appropriate Project Delivery Method (PDM) based on project attributes, opportunities and risks that result in the most cost effective and best value project delivery.
One of the first steps in project delivery is to determine the most appropriate project delivery method. The Project Delivery Selection Guidance (PDMSG) aids in selecting delivery method based on each the project's attributes, opportunities and risks.
Project delivery method selection guidance (PDMSG) summary
Read the PDMSG - summary (PDF 460KB) to understand the guidance that aids staff in evaluating projects for the most appropriate Project Delivery Method (PDM).
Project delivery method (PDM) tools
The WSDOT CASE tool version 1.0 - July 2025 (XLSX 106KB) helps to organize information to determine the most appropriate method.
After using the WSDOT CASE tool to determine optimal delivery method, use the appropriate score sheet below.
For Design Build or Progressive Design Build projects, use the DB-DBB Project score sheet (PDF 143KB)
For General Contractor/Construction Manager projects, use the GCCM Project score sheet (PDF 153KB)
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