University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota
PIPS Platinum User

General Overview

In 2005, the University of Minnesota Capital Planning and Project Management (CPPM) partnered with the PBSRG to test the PIPS Best-Value process on various construction projects on the Twin Cities Campus. The goal of the research was to increase the performance of construction, obtain the best-value for the University, and increase the overall efficiency of the delivery of construction. The process was initially tested on roofing, mechanical, and electrical projects.

In 2007, after two years of testing, UMN-CPPM made the PIPS program a standard procurement option available on all projects. This decision was made in part due to the high performance results of the pilot program. In 2008, the UMN-CPPM expanded the use of the program to include professional services (architectural, engineering, and consulting).

Program Summary & Significant Achievements (Last Updated 1/11/2010)

NO CRITERIA RESULTS
1 Number of years using/testing PIPS 4 Years
2 Total number of project procured using PIPS 190
3 Total size of projects $89.87 M
4 Total number of vendors with PPI 233
5 Total number of completed projects 111
6 Percent of project completed without vendor cost increases 99%
7 Average contractor change order rate 0.1%
8 Overall customer satisfaction with PIPS program 98%
9 Final post project close out rating (1-10) 9.6
10 Average increase in contractor profit 4.5%
11 Percent of projects where best-value was also lowest cost 57%

Pilot Projects

Past Performance Information

Past Performance Information (PPI) is used to assist the client in selecting a high performing
team for a particular project. PPI is collected on construction firms, design firms, and critical
project individuals.

NO DESCRIPTION STATUS
1 List of Vendors with PPI
2 Download PPI Scores (12/29/09 - Updated Monthly)
3 Survey Form & Guide to Preparing PPI – Contractors
4 Survey Form & Guide to Preparing PPI – Architects / Engineers
5 Survey Form & Guide to Preparing PPI – Consultants
6 Reference List Template
7 Online Code Request (to obtain your online code) Request

Online Tutorials

NO DESCRIPTION PASSWORD STATUS
1 Pre Award Phase Tutorial - 20 Min Request*
2 Weekly Risk Reporting System Tutorial - 20 Min Request*
*Video's and online tutorials are only available to CPPM clients and qualified vendors.

A/E Educational Meetings

  • (VIDEO) December Video Presentation (12/4/08)
  • (PDF) December Presentation Slides (12/4/08)
  • (VIDEO) September Video Presentation

Additional Information

Additional questions or comments can be emailed to John Savicky: John.Savicky@asu.edu

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