Q1. Tseung Kwan O hospital is an end-user client project. The client, Hospital Authority (HA) realized that this kind of complex project normally requires 6 to 7 years for completion. Since one of the major considerations of the Hospital design is to catch up with the rapid changes in medical technology, the HA therefore places top priority to shorten the period of design and construction of the project. Certainly, buildability is an essential aspect for considerations. As the project is government funded, it is also considered essential to have a contract price being fixed in advance. Due to the specialized nature of a hospital and the need for many functional aspects of the design to conform to the HA requirements, the selection of an appropriate procurement method is very important to the success of the project.

1. Recommend a suitable procurement method and justify your recommendations.
2. With your suggested procurement method, explain the lines of authority and communication within the project organization.

Q2. A client commissioned an architectural firm under the traditional system to construct an industrial/office building in Tai Po in Feb 2023. In Oct 2023, he came across a design and build contractor specializing in industrial/office building. Subsequent to their discussions, the client is intended to hire this design and build contractor to carry on the design and construction work. Please advise the client on this option.