1. • Evaluating subcontract engineering service providers
When looking to select a provider of
subcontract engineering services, there are a number of
important considerations that you need to have in mind.
These considerations will ensure that you get the best
results for the best rates available in the market. Even
without a lot of experience and in depth knowledge of
engineering works, there are a number of general
guidelines that can be applied to most of the projects you
are seeking to subcontract.

2. • 1. A reputation of delivering excellent results and works
In all engineering projects, precision and quality are the
two most important considerations. Precision is often
with regards to quantifiable aspects such as dimensions,
weight, color, angles etc. Quality has to do with the
application of the best techniques and materials so as to
bring out an excellent product or results. Any subcontract
engineering service provider you consider must have a
reputation of delivering excellent works and results on
every project they undertake.

3. • 2. Experience in similar projects
After establishing that the firms you are
considering have an excellent reputation, you
then need to look at those that have experiences
in projects similar to the one you are about to
undertake. Having successfully completed
similar projects will increase the chances of
getting good results with minimal costs which
result from errors in judgment. Subcontract
engineering service providers with greater
experience in handling very similar projects are
a better choice.

4. • 3. Safety and compliance record
When evaluating service providers, the
safety and compliance record of the
contractor is another important
consideration. Contractors who have had
issues relating to safety and compliance
are to be avoided. Incase of a problem in
these areas, clients can sometimes be
enjoined in legal proceedings especially
when the project is being undertaken at
the client's premises or site.

5. • 4. Adequate capacity
Another important consideration when
looking for a subcontract engineering
services provider is their capacity. Having
adequate resources means that the
service provider is capable of putting
together all the necessary resources
needed to successfully complete your
projects. These resources include
expertise, machinery, manpower and
materials.

6. • 5. Level of client involvement and control
Depending on the type of project you are
undertaking, clients will require a certain level of
involvement and control. Some projects will
require more involvement than others and this
needs to be discussed to the satisfaction of both
parties. Clients must however be reasonable so
as to avoid inconveniencing the contractor or
obstructing progress through too much
interference while contractors must appreciate
the need for their clients to monitor progress and
contribute to the project at its various stages.

7. There are many other considerations and project
specific factors that need to be looked into when
evaluating subcontract engineering providers.
Those provided here are general guidelines that
can be applied to most projects. They are the
first level of evaluation that must be met by any
and all service providers being considered. After
these basics have been met, you can then move
on to more technical considerations that will help
you select the best subcontract engineering
service provider for your project.