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Published February 28, 2023 | Version CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
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Contractors' Competitiveness Measurement in International Competitive Bid of Ethiopian Road Projects

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  • 1. Construction Technology and Management, Wachemo University, Hossana, Ethiopia.
  • 2. Construction Technology and Management, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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  • 1. Construction Technology and Management, Wachemo University, Hossana, Ethiopia.

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Abstract: The competitiveness of organizations and the development of competitive strategies have become important issues in the construction industry. Therefore, this research sought to create a statistical model framework to enhance domestic road contractors’ competitiveness when bidding for the International Competitive Bid in Ethiopia. This has been addressed by studying the challenges faced by domestic contractors in International competitive bids. The study considered structured questionnaires, interviews, and case studies for data. To measure the level of competitiveness a statistical model was generated based on factor analysis and multiple regression with the aid of software. It’s been found that challenges mainly on core competency, owner's tough requirement, public construction policies, and etc. as critical factors which construction stakeholders need to give emphasis on.

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ISSN: 2394-0913 (Online)
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Retrieval Number: 100.1/ijmh.F1575029623
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