There are a number of excellent publications about QBS available to the public for downloading. Some of the publications are available in Microsoft Word format and others are available in Adobe Acrobat format.

You can also order hard copies of these publications to be sent to you by mail from the Connecticut QBS Council.

Qualifications-Based Selection of Design Professionals: A Guide for Project Owners

This 65-page Microsoft Word document explains in detail how to implement a QBS selection process, including step-by-step instructions, checklists and forms to use.

QBS: What's in It for You

This two-page brochure briefly outlines the QBS process. (In Adobe Acrobat format)

QBS Free Facilitator Services

This two-page brochure answers common questions about QBS and the free facilitator service offered to owners.

Schools Guide

This Microsoft Word document explains the unique process required for municipalities and school districts in selecting design professionals for state-financed school projects.

QBS Effectiveness Study

The study conducted by Drs. Chinowsky and Kingsley provides a quantitative analysis of the use of QBS, testing its impact, relevance and implications in a number of ways. The researchers conducted an extensive survey of projects and analyzed the impact of QBS on project outcomes. Project data was gathered from a stratified sample, randomly drawn from geographically diverse projects. The study assessed cost, quality and other measurements.

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