A project team has contracts for vehicles and construction services. Midway through execution, the vehicle supplier cannot deliver and there isn't enough time to find another supplier without delaying the project. What should the project manager do to procure the vehicles?

The project manager should review existing service contracts to identify potential clauses or options that could facilitate the procurement of vehicles. This is a practical and efficient approach, as it leverages established relationships and agreements, potentially saving time compared to starting a new procurement process. It aligns with the principle of exploring all available resources within the project's existing framework before escalating or seeking external changes. Asking the technical team to revise requirements might not solve the immediate supply issue and could lead to scope creep and budget increases. Meeting with the client to request additional time is a reactive measure that should be considered if internal solutions are exhausted. Procuring vehicles from another supplier without proper authorization and notifying the change control board later is a violation of project governance and change management processes.