Contract Documents & Specifications Flashcards
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Which specification method names multiple acceptable manufacturers and allows the contractor to choose among them?
Answer: Or-equal specification
An or-equal specification lists several acceptable manufacturers or products of equivalent quality, giving the contractor flexibility to choose.
In CSI SectionFormat, where would sustainability requirements such as recycled content be specified?
Answer: Part 1 – General, under Sustainable Design Requirements
Sustainable design and environmental requirements such as recycled content or regional materials are placed in Part 1 under a Sustainable Design Requirements article.
What is the effect of a Construction Change Directive (CCD) when the contractor does not agree on price?
Answer: The owner may direct the work to proceed while pricing is resolved
A CCD allows the owner to direct the contractor to proceed with disputed work immediately while the adjustment to the contract sum is negotiated or determined later.
What does the term 'liquidated damages' mean in a construction contract?
Answer: A pre-agreed daily sum the contractor pays for each day of project delay beyond the contract time
Liquidated damages are a pre-agreed daily monetary amount the contractor must pay the owner for each calendar day the project is not substantially complete by the contract completion date.
Which party is typically responsible for coordinating all subcontractor submittals and shop drawings before sending them to the architect?
Answer: The general contractor
The general contractor reviews and coordinates all subcontractor shop drawings and submittals for compliance with contract documents before forwarding them to the architect.
What document formally closes out the contractor's obligations and releases retainage?
Answer: Certificate of Final Completion
A Certificate of Final Completion confirms all punch list items are resolved and all closeout documents are received, enabling final payment and retainage release.