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Fundamentals of Collaborative Delivery for Owners – Tampa, FL
Join the WCDA and its host for a full-day session on the fundamentals of collaborative delivery projects, based on the Water and Wastewater Collaborative Delivery Handbook, 6th edition.
Who Should Attend?
Public utility leaders, engineers, project managers, procurement professionals, and O&M staff who have an interest in learning the fundamentals and implementation of collaborative delivery projects, with a focus on construction management at-risk (CMAR) and progressive design-build (PDB). This course features a broad overview of collaborative delivery terminology and best practices for identifying, procuring, and delivering projects. No previous experience necessary.
*ATTENDANCE IS LIMITED TO PUBLIC AGENCY EMPLOYEES.
By registering for these events, you agree to abide by the WCDA Code of Conduct linked here.
When:
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Doors open at 8:00 am
Where:
Maureen B. Gauzza Public Library
Community Rooms A & B
11211 Countryway Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33626
Cost:
Public Owners: $90/per person
Seating is limited. Advance registration required.
Includes:
- Lunch and refreshments
- Copy of WCDA’s Water and Wastewater Collaborative Delivery Handbook, 6th edition
- Electronic access to WCDA’s PDB and CMAR contract templates
Agenda:
Time | Topic |
8:00 am | Doors Open |
8:30 am – 9:00 am | Who We Are Introduction to the WCDA, Facilitators, and Course Attendees |
9:00 am – 9:45 am | Fundamentals Chapter 1 Is Collaborative Delivery Right for Your Project? |
9:45 am – 10:45 am | Fundamentals Chapter 2 Making Sense of Collaborative Delivery Options |
10:45 am – 11:00 am | Short Break |
11:00 am – 11:45 am | Fundamentals Chapters 3 Understanding and Allocating Risks |
11:45 am – 12:30 pm | Lunch Break |
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Fundamentals Chapter 4 Understanding Collaborative Delivery Contracts Contractual aspects Unique to CMAR and Progressive Design-Build |
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm | Fundamentals Chapter 5 Emphasizing the Importance of O&M Engagement |
2:15 pm – 2:30 pm | Short Break |
2:30pm – 3:15 pm | Fundamentals Chapters 6 and 7 Preparing and Supporting a Project for Collaborative Delivery Success (Organizational Readiness) Implementing a Best-Value Procurement Process |
3:15 pm – 3:30 pm | Wrap Up the Day; Preview of Day Two |
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Questions?
Contact us at Education@WaterCollaborativeDelivery.org
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