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Area of Science:

  • Construction Management
  • Health Estate Management

Background:

  • Refurbishment and maintenance projects require effective selection of elements for optimal outcomes.
  • NHS estates managers face challenges in evidencing value for money in facility upgrades.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a Decision Support Model for selecting elements in refurbishment and maintenance projects.
  • To provide a mechanism for NHS estates managers to demonstrate best value for money.

Main Methods:

  • The study identified the need for a structured model based on research at Robert Gordon University.
  • The model aims to facilitate and measure the selection of main and sub-elements.

Main Results:

  • A Decision Support Model is required to guide element selection in refurbishment and maintenance.
  • The model will assist in evidencing value for money specific to facility requirements.

Conclusions:

  • The development of a Decision Support Model is crucial for effective refurbishment and maintenance project management.
  • This model supports NHS estates in demonstrating accountability and achieving best value.