At the recent Global Infrastructure Conference held in New Delhi, a significant report on Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) caught the attention of Canadian consulting engineers. This report, titled 'Qualifications-Based Selection – A FIDIC Paper', was published by the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) in September. The study evaluates the efficacy of QBS in the procurement process and presents data and findings that advocates for its use assert could improve project outcomes in Canada.
Supporters of QBS in Canada believe that its adoption could lead to better quality engineering services by prioritizing qualifications over cost in the selection process. This aligns with global trends that suggest a shift towards more qualitative methods of procurement in engineering projects. The proponents of QBS, including leaders in the Canadian consulting engineering sector, have highlighted these findings as a compelling case for policy changes that would expand the use of QBS in Canada.
The conversation surrounding QBS is part of a broader discourse on modernizing procurement practices within Canada’s infrastructure development sector. As projects open for bidding, the push for QBS reflects the desire for enhanced project success rates and overall quality. The findings from the FIDIC report may serve as a catalyst for discussions among policymakers and stakeholders about improving Canada's infrastructure procurement processes.
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