Are project team members involved in detailed estimating and scheduling?
Are vendor contract reports, reviews and visits conducted periodically?
Do project managers participating in the project know the projects true status first hand?
Have all involved project stakeholders and work groups committed to the project?
Have the key elements of a coherent project management strategy been established?
How have the tasks and responsibilities of procurement changed over the years?
Is project work proceeding in accordance with the original project schedule?
Is the project partially or entirely funded through other than direct appropriations?
Is there general agreement & acceptance of the current status and progress of the project?
Will you be able to build a good working relationship with the contractors staff?
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