ELEMENTS FOR SUCCESSFULLY SELECTING AN OUTSIDE CONTRACTOR

摘要

At some point every industrial plant will need to bring in an outside contractor to do specialized work such as boiler blasting, concrete waterproofing or ceiling painting that in-house staff often cannot perform in a cost-effective manner. The challenge lies in deciding which contractor is best able to perform the job on time, within budget, with the best outcome and the least lapses in safety. With the right selection, an outside contractor can act as an ongoing partner to help plant managers and facility engineers lower costs and add value to facilities over the long run. But what is the best way to select an outside source of help? We've compiled a set of seven tips for choosing a commercial contractor.