The Relationship between Main Contractors and Subcontractors in the Zambian Construction Industry

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
• 1.1. Background
• 1.2. Problem statement
• 1.3. Research questions
• 1.4. Aim of the study
• 1.4.1. Specific objectives
• 1.5. Importance of the study.
• 1.6. Brief research methodology ..
• 1.7. Organisation of the dissertation.....
• 1.8. Chapter summary...
• CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW
• 2.1. Introduction
• 2.2. Subcontracting
• 2.2.1. Types of subcontractors
• 2.2.2. Selection of subcontractors
• 2.3. Subcontracting in the Zambian construction sector
• 2.3.1. 20% subcontracting policy..
• 2.3.2. Types of subcontractors

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

The study aimed to investigate the relationship between main contractors and subcontractors in the Zambian construction industry and recommend a framework to improve this relationship. The research also examined the negative effects of a poor interface between these parties in Zambia.

• Relationship between main contractors and subcontractors in Zambia
• Factors contributing to a poor interface between main contractors and subcontractors
• Framework for improving the relationship between main contractors and subcontractors
• Effects of a poor interface on construction projects in Zambia
• Recommendations for addressing interface problems in the construction industry

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter 1: Introduction provides an overview of the research, outlining the background, problem statement, research questions, objectives, importance, methodology, and organization of the dissertation.

Chapter 2: Literature Review explores the concept of subcontracting, including its various types, selection processes, and application within the Zambian construction sector, specifically focusing on the 20% subcontracting policy and the types of subcontractors prevalent in the industry.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on the Zambian construction industry, examining the relationship between main contractors and subcontractors. Key themes include subcontracting, partnering, interface problems, payment issues, communication, price escalations, construction work, and the development of a non-contractual partnering model.