CSI Contract Administration & Communication 3

Question 1

Under AIA A201 General Conditions, what is the contractor's obligation when it discovers a conflict between the drawings and specifications?

Accepted Answer

Notify the architect in writing before proceeding

Answer

The contractor must promptly notify the architect in writing upon discovering conflicts so the architect can issue a clarification.

Question 2

A Construction Change Directive (CCD) is most appropriately used when:

Accepted Answer

Immediate work is needed but agreement on cost or time has not been reached

Answer

A CCD directs the contractor to proceed with a change before cost and time adjustments are agreed upon, allowing work to continue without delay.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'substantial completion' under standard AIA contract terms?

Accepted Answer

The stage when the Work is sufficiently complete for the owner's intended use

Answer

Substantial Completion occurs when the Work is sufficiently complete so the owner can occupy or use it for its intended purpose.

Question 4

Who is responsible for maintaining and distributing the official RFI log on a construction project?

Accepted Answer

Typically the contractor, with copies to the architect

Answer

The contractor typically maintains the RFI log and distributes it to the architect and owner to track status and responses.

Question 5

In CSI specification writing, a 'basis of design' product listed in a specification section most directly communicates what to bidders?

Accepted Answer

A product whose attributes define the minimum acceptable quality for substitutions

Answer

A basis-of-design product sets the quality, performance, and aesthetic benchmark against which substitution requests are evaluated.

(CSI) Construction Specifications Institute Certification Practice Test