ASSESSMENT OF FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR BUILDING CONTRACTORS’ SELECTION IN TERTIARY INSTITUTION IN KOGI STATE

This study examined the assessment of factors to be considered for building contractors’ selection in tertiary institution in Nigeria. To guide the study, some objectives were formulated which includes: to identify the factors influencing the selection of building contractors in institutions in Nigeria; to evaluate the adequacy of building contractors selection in institutions in Nigeria; to determine the Challenges of building contractors selection in institutions in Nigeria. The instrument used for the study is questionnaire. Samples used in this study 5 respondents selected from tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The findings revealed that Relevant Experience and qualifications and Technical capability to execute the project which have a higher value with mean item score of 4.8, rank 1st followed by others which are also above the bench mark of 2.50 (MIS). Also that Contractor’s financial capability, stability, creditworthiness, and ability to manage project finances is with high mean item score of 4.8, that is, the financial factor considered for building contractors selection in tertiary institutions in Kogi State. From the study, recommendations were made that every construction industry should maintain adequate tendering process and professional involvement of contractors through relevance of the following criterias: Client-Contractor Relationship, Financial Stability, Contractor Experience, Manpower Qualification and Management, Safety and Health Record and Current Work Load (Capacity). Also, every construction industries should ensure that they employ well experienced contractor during construction for such will help in the selection of good contractor for control and adequacy in construction project.