■ There is a plethora of selection guidelines on the use of alliancing that are inconsistent, confusing, do not reflect current practice and are not focussed on optimising VfM.
■ It is possible that the primary competition is occurring on the buyer (Owner) side as they seek to attract NOPs to their own project using the alliance delivery method and non-price criteria, both of which are highly favoured by NOPs over traditional delivery methods.
■ A consistent approach across jurisdictions would improve the procurement strategy and buying power, and ensure consistency in government engagement with industry.