Mock Bid Letting for Learning Assessment

Abstract

A mock bid letting process is described that provides an assessment of student learning in construction process design. A case study is presented where students submitted mock bids at an Iowa Department of Transportation bid letting according to the same rules and under the same conditions as industry professionals. Assessment was provided because the bids were read aloud and compared with professional bids. Student bids were in the range of professional bids or slightly higher. The reasons for success are discussed, and planned changes for future mock bid lettings are listed.