Pre-Design (Updated every 8 months)
The PRE-DESIGN project stages indicate that the project has not yet advanced to design nor has a design team been selected. The project could be awaiting financing, land acquisition, review agency approvals, etc. Typically, the only contact listed on a project at this stage will be the Owner or the Owner’s Representative.
- Request for Proposals
This action stage is used to indicate that the Owner is seeking proposals from a design firm (usually an architect or engineer). - Request for Qualifications
This action stage is used to indicate that the Owner is seeking qualifications from a design firm (usually an architect or engineer). - Pre-Design
This action stage is used for all other pre-design information other than Requests for Proposals/Qualifications from an architect or engineer.
Actions to take:
- Building Product Manufacturers
Contact owner to pre-sell or negotiate agreements on products or services. - Architects/Civil Engineers
Contact owner to seek design opportunities. - General Contractors or Design/Build Firms
Contact owner to persuade them to use your project delivery system. - Banks, Financial Institutions, and Mortgage Companies
Contact owner to offer financial assistance. - Real Estate Companies
Contact owner to help with site or tenant selection