Proper selection of subcontractors should consider multiple criteria such as cost, schedule, quality, and effective project management and control capabilities. Several multiple-criteria decision-making (MCDM) models that utilize a weighted score have been developed to help contractors select subcontractors. Although such models are capable of considering multiple evaluation criteria, they may unintentionally cover up some subcontractors' deficiencies that can significantly impact project success. Considering such deficiencies is particularly i...
