CAC CAC Contract Administration 2

Question 1

What is a Request for Information (RFI) in construction?

Accepted Answer

A formal query from the contractor seeking clarification on contract documents

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A bid solicitation to subcontractors

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An owner's request for additional scope

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A safety incident report

Question 2

Substantial Completion is typically defined as the point when:

Accepted Answer

The work is sufficiently complete for the owner to occupy or use it for its intended purpose

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All punch list items are closed

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Final payment has been made

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The building permit is issued

Question 3

A Punch List in construction contract administration is:

Accepted Answer

A list of incomplete or deficient items to be corrected before final acceptance

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A list of approved subcontractors

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A procurement tracking log

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A daily labor count sheet

Question 4

Which party is typically responsible for reviewing and approving contractor submittals?

Accepted Answer

The architect or engineer of record

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The general contractor

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The owner's attorney

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The building department

Question 5

What does 'no-damage-for-delay' clause mean in a construction contract?

Accepted Answer

The contractor cannot claim monetary compensation for owner-caused delays, only time extensions

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The owner waives liquidated damages

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The contractor bears all scheduling risk

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Delays automatically void the contract

Question 6

Liquidated damages in a construction contract are:

Accepted Answer

Pre-agreed daily penalties for failing to meet the contract completion date

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Compensation for defective materials

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Insurance deductibles

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Fees charged for RFI responses