Job Order Contracting

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Job Order Contracting (JOC)?

Job Order Contracting (JOC) is an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) project delivery method. It allows organizations to complete numerous, commonly encountered repair, maintenance, and minor construction projects efficiently under a single, long-term master contract rather than bidding out each individual project.

How are costs determined in a JOC contract?

Pricing is established using a competitively bid adjustment factor applied to a pre-published Unit Price Book (UPB). The UPB is a catalog of construction tasks with pre-set prices for labor, materials, and equipment. The cost of a specific job is calculated by multiplying the required UPB quantities by the contractor’s adjustment factor.

Why should we use JOC instead of traditional bidding?

JOC significantly reduces administrative burdens, accelerates procurement timelines, and provides transparent, predictable pricing. It is ideal for recurring repair, maintenance, and small-to-midsize renovation projects, ensuring work can begin immediately as needs arise without enduring long bidding cycles.