Your organization is about to embark on a large infrastructure project which requires significant upfront investments and involves multiple external contractors. As the project manager, you are tasked with recommending an execution strategy. Which of the following strategies would best ensure financial stability and strong contract management throughout the project lifecycle?
Using an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract for better adaptability
Implementing a cost-plus contract to guarantee all expenses are covered
Adopting a time and materials contract to ensure flexibility in project management
Using a fixed-price contract with clearly defined milestones and penalties for non-compliance
The correct answer is 'Using a fixed-price contract with clearly defined milestones and penalties for non-compliance.' This strategy provides financial predictability and motivates the contractor to adhere to the timeline and quality requirements due to the risk of penalties. Additionally, the defined milestones help in continuous monitoring and assessment of both project progress and financial expenditure.
The other options, though plausible sounding, do not offer the same level of financial control or enforceability. 'Time and materials contract' exposes the project to potential budget overruns. 'Cost-plus contract' might lead to a lack of incentive for cost control on the part of the contractor. 'Using an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract' is generally more suitable for projects where quantities and timelines are not clearly defined, which is not the case here.
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