Blog
October 2, 2020
You know your campus or school district could benefit from a comprehensive Facilities Condition Assessment (FCA) and now comes the hard part: writing the Request for Proposal (RFP). Read answers to frequently asked questions about how to write an RFP that results in a thorough FCA.
September 29, 2020
Historically, higher education has been a slow-change industry — especially when it comes to capital planning. But the current realities of the industry demand a new normal of speed and flexibility. What does that mean for the future of facilities investments?
September 11, 2020
When emergencies strike, healthcare providers shine by caring for those affected. But what if healthcare facilities are damaged in a disaster? How might that affect patient care? Read this to learn how mitigating risk and recover quickly from disaster.
August 27, 2020
Breaking news: A disaster has hit your area. Every second counts. Discover how Gordian’s Job Order Contracting solution helps navigate the construction procurement journey through emergencies and natural disasters.
August 25, 2020
How can you build an estimate for a large, complex project and be confident that your figures reflect actual market costs for different locales? It’s a difficult task. Luckily, there are tools designed to address this exact problem: The City Cost Index and predictive cost data.
August 20, 2020
With a second wave of COVID-19 now sweeping across of the nation, it’s appropriate to look back on the first wave to better prepare our hospitals. What risks do our facilities hold? And what can be done to address them? One unexpected area of risk: Entrances.
August 13, 2020
We surveyed healthcare facilities professionals about their biggest procurement challenges. 17% said change orders give them headaches. But there's a way healthcare facility owners can avoid the hangups of change orders.
August 6, 2020
With all the pressure on organizational finances due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it can seem wise to pause or eliminate plans for capital expenditures. But how do you choose which projects should move forward and which should wait when the budget is under tremendous strain? Here's your project selection guide.
July 30, 2020
There is no one-size-fits-all solution for contracting construction projects for the Federal government. One procurement tool used by military branches and Federal agencies is IDIQ contracting. But not all IDIQ programs are the same.