Purpose: To construct a bridge between the Ards Peninsula and Lecale close to the towns of Portaferry and Strangford, across The Narrows. {click on image below for NI Roads link}
The Procurement Act 2023 is currently expected to come into force on 24 February 2025, and equally apply in Northern Ireland. A few important points about the transition: This delayed implementation appears designed to give contracting authorities and suppliers adequate time to prepare for the significant changes the new regime will bring. The documents note […]
Labour Government are keen to undertake infrastructure works during their 5 year term. Problem is delivery. Here is a summary of the key points from the National Infrastructure Commission report into UK construction, from a quantity surveying perspective: From a QS perspective, this report underscores the need for early involvement in projects, strong cost management […]
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a quest to see if alternative crossing possible
kevinbarryqs.com are improving service delivery by gradually providing all clients with password secure online access to their scheme details, news and progress. Professional client information updates are crucial for businesses to maintain strong relationships and provide optimal service. Here are key aspects:
With a request for local GAA pitch side sponsorship banner, decided to refresh and refocus logo brand. Time to make use of the name. Clicking on the address above still takes you to QUINTIN QS etc. Hopefully logo appears pitchside in Ballygalget GAC soon. For those who don’t know, my late father was a lighthouse […]
A surprising question asked today. What is the purpose of a Pre Tender Estimate? A pre-tender estimate in construction serves several important purposes: It’s important to note that pre-tender estimates are preliminary and may not reflect the actual final cost of the project. They are based on various assumptions and historical data, which can change […]
QUINTIN QS is providing clients with a protected dedicated page on the www.kevinbarryqs.com (quintinqs.com) website which provides a regular updated one page executive summary of all jobs where involved in our QS capacity. Therefore from any device or PC, clients able to simply monitor status of jobs in terms of estimates, valuations, pending final accounts […]
Selecting bidders who are competitive is crucial in any procurement process, as it ensures that the organization obtains the best value for money while fostering a fair and transparent bidding environment. Here are some key reasons why selecting competitive bidders is important: While selecting competitive bidders may require more time and effort upfront, the potential […]