Abstract
The lack of a flexible but systematic approach for integrating lifecycle aspects into bridge investment decisions is a major obstacle hindering the procurement of sustainable bridge infrastructures. This paper addresses this obstacle by introducing a holistic approach that agencies could use to procure the most “sustainable” (lifecycle-efficient) bridge through a fair design-build (D-B) tendering process, considering all the main aspects: life-cycle cost (LCC), service life-span, aesthetic demands and environmental impacts (LCA).
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Challenges in Design and Construction of an Innovative and Sustainable Built Environment : 19th IABSE Congress Stockholm |
Number of pages | 8 |
Place of Publication | Zurich |
Publisher | International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering |
Publication date | 2016 |
Pages | 703-710 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 978-3-85748-144-4 |
Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Event | 19th Congress of IABSE : Challenges in Design and Construction - Stockholm, Sweden Duration: 21 Sept 2016 → 23 Sept 2016 http://www.iabse.org/IABSE/Events/Stockholm_2016/IABSE/events/Conferences_files/Stockholm_2016/Stockholm2016.aspx?hkey=9d561ba9-a7d8-4a20-87fc-14f592b1ad89 |
Conference
Conference | 19th Congress of IABSE |
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Country/Territory | Sweden |
City | Stockholm |
Period | 21/09/2016 → 23/09/2016 |
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Keywords
- LCC
- LCA
- Procurement
- Bridge Infrastructure
- Sustainable construction