What is an Expert Assessment Procedure?
The Expert Assessment Procedure (German: Gutachterverfahren) is a quality-based selection method primarily used in architecture, urban planning, and design. An independent expert panel evaluates submitted concepts, designs, or planning approaches based on qualitative criteria.
Distinction from Design Competition
| Criterion | Expert Assessment | Design Competition (RPW) |
|---|---|---|
| Legal basis | No specific regulation | RPW 2013, VgV §§ 78-80 |
| Anonymity | Not mandatory | Generally anonymous |
| Participants | Usually invited (3-5) | Open or restricted |
| Prize money | Fee/expense allowance | Prize money per RPW |
| Jury composition | Flexible | Professional jurors in majority |
Application Areas
- Architecture and urban design (schools, town halls, cultural buildings)
- Urban framework planning
- Open space and landscape architecture
- Infrastructure (bridges, public spaces)
- Consulting (strategy development, studies)
Procedure
- Preparation: Task definition, evaluation criteria, expert panel selection
- Processing: Task distribution, colloquium, processing time (4-12 weeks), submission
- Evaluation: Pre-examination, panel session, assessment, recommendation
- Follow-up: Information to participants, public exhibition, procurement based on recommendation
Evaluation Criteria
Typical criteria include urban design quality, architectural design, functionality, economic viability, and sustainability – each weighted according to project priorities.
Legal Classification
The expert assessment procedure is not a formally regulated procurement procedure. It serves as a preliminary quality competition, followed by a regular procurement procedure.
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