a statement by a surety company that obligates the surety compnay to complete construction on the project should the contractor default on his or her obligations.
a performance bond is usually paid by the owner and this usually included in the amount of the construction price.
four major parts of the project maunal
1. bidding requirements
2. parts of the contract itself (agree. btwn owner and contractor, bond forms, etc.
3. gen and supp conditions of the contract
4. specificiations
what are in the technical specs
they describe the quality of the materials and workmanship along with general reqs for the execution of the work, standards, and other items that are more appropriately described in written rather than graphic form.
two different types of specifications
prescriptive specs (closed specifications)
perfofrmance specs (open specsifications)
what are closed specifications (prescriptive specs)
they specifiy brand names, tell the contractor exactly what product or material to use.
what are open specifications (performance specs)
they tell what results the final construction assembly should achieve, but give the contractor some choice in how they will be achieved.
this allows the contractor to find the lowest price and encourages competive bidding
types of prescriptive (closed) specifications
proprietary specifications -
-are the most restructive (call out manufactures product)
-give architect complete control over what is installed
-easier to write
-do not allow for competive bidding
-the specifier is responsible for calling out products that meet code, are within budget and are tech correct
base bid with alternates
- calls out a product but allows for a substitution of other products thae the contract thinks are equal
-two variations are base bid with approved equal and base bid with 3 diff manufactures are listed (usually used for public projects)
base bid with 3 alternatives puts the burden of approval on the
architect
becuase the architect has to research all three before putting into specs to make sure that they are equal.
base bid alternative with approved equal puts the burden of approval on the
contractor
it give the contractor freedom for looking for lower-priced alts but the contractor is the one that need to find the alts.
different variations of performance type specifications
descriptive specification
reference standard specification
pure performance specification
true performance specification
what is a reference standard specification
type of a performance type specification
describes a material, product, or process based on requirements set by authority or test method
pure performance specification
type of a performance type specification
statement setting criteria and results required of the item being specified, which can be verified by measurement, test evaluation that the final result meets the final criteria
true performance specification
type of a performance type specification
often used for construction components when the specifier whats to encourage new ways of achieving a particular end
descriptive specification
type of performance type spec
give detailed written requirements for the material or product and the workmanship required for its fabrication and installation.
does not mention trade names
exculpatory clause
a phrase that shifts responsibility to the contractor to someone else in a broad, general way.
Division 00
Procurement and contracting Requirements
division covers:
req for bidding
instruction to bidders
info avail to bidders
bid forms
contract btwn owner and contractor
bonds and certificates
general conditions of the contract
supp conditions
addenda
modifications
Division 01
General Requirements
division covers:
reqs that are applicale to the entire project
summary of the work
how pricing and payment is handled
alternates
value analysis
contract modsification procedures
unit prices
submittal procedures
QC
temp facilities at the job site
product substitution
owner furnished items
special execution reqs
final cleaning and protection of the work
Division 02
Existing conditions
section is used to specifiy
site remediation
site decontamination
subsurface investigation
surevying
selective demo
Division 03
Concrete
division covers all aspects of concrete
forms
reinenforcements
cast in place
grouts
concrete restoration and cleaning
Division 04
Masonary
brick
concrete block
stone
terra cotta
simulated masonry
glass block
masonary restoration and cleaning
Division 05
metals
structural steel
ornamental metals
metal fabrication (stairs, handrails, gratings, etc)
expansion joint covers
metal restoration and cleaning
light guage metal framing is located in div 09 (finishes for partitions)
Division 06
Woods, plastics, composites
structural wood framing
rough carpentary
architectural wood work
wood plastic and composites restoration and cleaning
manufactured casework is in div 12 (furnishings)
Division 07
Thermal and moisture protection
waterproofing
damproofing
insulation
vapor retarders
air barriers
shingles
roof tiles
siding
membrane roofing
flashing
joint sealants
gravel stops
smoke vents
smoke protection
scuppers
Division 08
Openings
Doors and windows
skylights
hardware
curtain walls
glazing
Division 09
finishes
finish materials
plaster
gyp bd. (including metal framing)
floor and wall tile
accoustical ceiling and decorative ceiling
acoustical treatments
paints and other coatings
Division 10
Specalities
visual displays
toilet compartments
louvers
grilles
wall and corner guards
prebuilt fireplaces
flagpoles
signages
locakers
awings
storage shelfing
ecterior protection
toilet and bath accessories
Division 11
Equipment
architectural equipment
vaults
teller and security equip
library equipment
musical equip
loading dock equip
blah blah blah
Division 12
Furnishings
system furniture
art
window treatments
accessories
multiple seating
interior plants
Division 13
Special Construction
special purpose rooms
seismic control
raidation protection
lighting protection
pre engineered structures
hot tubs and kennels
Divison 14
Conveying Equipment
elevators
escalators
dumbwaitors
moving walks
lifts
Division 21
Division 22
fire suppresion
plumbing
division 23
HVAC
Division 25
integrated automation
energy monitoring
enviro control
lighting control
Division 26
Electrical
Division 26
Communications
cable
telephone
internets
soundsystems
Division 28
Electronica Safety and security
Division 31
Division 32
Division 33
Earthwork (below grade work)
exterior imporvements (pavements, fences, site furniture)
utilities (sanitary piping, septic tanks, sub drainage)
construction change directive
a written order prepared by the architect directing a change in the work before the owner and contractor agree on an adjustment in contract cost, time or both.
minor changes in the work need the approval of the owner
false
the architect may issue an oder for minor change (moving a door over 6" before it has been framed) without the approval of either the owner or contractor.
a construction change directive needs to be signed by who
architect and owner (not the contractor)
who approves a change order and who normially prepares it
owner
contractor
architect normally prepares a change order
who issues a certificate of substantial completion
the architect
Sometimes, octopuses eat their arms when they are under extreme stress.
crazyness...
is a banana a fruit or vegetable?
neither, it's a herb.
The average person spends ______ of their life on the toilet.
3 years
To escape the grip of a crocodile's jaws, push your thumbs into its ______ and it will let you go instantly.
eyeballs
When you combine a question mark (?) with an exclamation point (!), it’s called an
interrobang
what is a Smoke Pencil Puffer Stick?
its is used to check for air inflitration on an already contstructed exterior wall system.
HEPA is an acronym for "high efficiency particulate air". Basically HEPA is a type of filter that can trap a large amount of very small particles.
Owners required insurance includes
owners liability
property (all risk)
boiler and machinery
loss of use insurance
architects required insurance includes
general liability
workers compensation
automobile
professional liability
contractors required insurance includes
general
liability
workers compensation
automobile
employers liability
contractual liability
what is the difference between "general requirements" and "General Conditions"
general requirements describe the administrative procedures. it is part of CSI
general conditions describes contractural requiments (defines the work)
the contract documents create a contractural relationship between
owner and contractor
contract documents consist of
agreement btwn owner and conractor
conditions of the contract (gen, supp and special)
the drawings
the specs
addenda
modifications
THEY DO NOT INCLUDE BIDDING DOCUMENTS
bidding documents are not included in the
contract documents
it is not the contractors responsibility to know that the contract documents are in accordance with building codes
true
although if the contract notices something they must notify the architect and owner in writing. if the contractor doesnt let the O or A know and goes on doing work the conractor assumes full responsibility (sandbaggin)
the contractor pays for
building permits
govt fees
licenses
inspections necessary for the execution of the work
basically everything after the execution of the contract
what are record documents
marked up construction drawings and specifications and other documents how the project was built noting any changes in the conract documents.
shop drawings, samples and product data are not part of the contract documents
no sir!
who is responsible for the removal of hazardous materials on a job site
the owner
if the contractor finds them he must sto work and report the problem to the owner
insurance and bonds are covered in
the general conditions of the contract
how long must the contractor carry insurance for
insurance must be maintained from the begging of work until the date of final payment
the amoutn of the owners property insurance must be for the full value of the work which is usually
the contract sum plus any modifications
claims can only be made for
direct damages
(vs. consequential damages)
claim is one party seeking payment for relief in respects to the terms of the contract
while a claim is being resolved the owner must still make payments to the contractor
yes sir
as well as the contractor, he must also continue working.
where can supplementary conditions be located?
in general requirements of the specs
in the owner contractor agreement
in bidding requirements
or in supp conditions
what are supplementary conditions?
conditions that can not be covered inthe general conditions of the contract. becuase each job must be customized to accomodate different clients.
special conditions vs supplementary conditions
special conditions are unique to the project (only written once)
supp conditions can be used several times and accomodate different clients.
how much typically is bid security?
5% of the eestimated cost of construction or the bid price
called a bid bond. can also be a certified check or cashiers check
what is a performance bond and who pays for it
its a statement from a surety saying that it will complete a project if a contractor defaults on his obligations. the performance bond is usualy paid for by the owner
labor and material payment bond
a bond guaranteing payment for labor and materials by a defaulting contractor. this bond is needed because a performance bond only ensures the completion of the contract (project).
you typically need to have both performance and labor and material bonds
after the award for bid what should the contractor submit to the architect
-aia doc A305 - contractors qual statement
-names of mojor persons or companies proposed to perform mojor portions of the work
-names of manufacturers, products and the supplier of the principal items proposed for the project
-designation of the work to be performed with the contractors own forces.
unit prices
set of costs for certain portions of work based on individual quantities. when required they are usually listed on the bid form.
basic types of office organization
1. departmentalized
2. studio
3. small office
concept of privity
theoretically, the architect is portected from claims by parties with whom she does not have a direct contractural relationship with.
indemnification clause
turnkey project delivery
something that ready for immediate use.
a type of project that is constructed by a developer and sold or turned over to a buyer in ready to use condidtion.
indemnify
to hold harmless of any third party claim
non recourse
in an event of a claim by the architect against the owner, the architect will not go after the assets of the owners members, offices, directors
if the owner wants the architect or the consultants to carry a higher limit of insurance that is typically carried in the industry the owner is responsible for the increased cost .
yes. its usually a reimbursable expense.
the term "project delivery method" refers to the way that relationships are structured amond the primary participants in the design and construction process
as a result the inital selection of a standard form agreement and general conditions for a particular project depends on the project delivery method to be used.
a CMc project is not design-award build becuase the owner awards the prime construction contract to the construction manager-constructor BEFORE the design and constrcution documents are completed.
once the project enters into the construction phase the project relationship mirrors the design-award-build project.
schedule of values
(progress payments for contractors)
breaks down the entire scope of work into categories which are assigned a dollar value
retainage of payment
portion of money deducted from each progress payment to the contractor and paid out at the end of the project.
protects owner from the contractor defaulting
liquidated damages vs. consequential damages
consequential damages are when money is lost as an indirect result of something.
liquidated damages are when there is a set amount of money determined when the contract is signed becuase it may be hard to know how much money was lost.
ex the jewlery store:suppose John agrees to lease a store-front to Mary, from which Mary intends to sell jewellery. If John breaches the contract by refusing to lease the store-front at the appointed time, it will be difficult to determine what profits Mary will have lost because the success of newly created small businesses is highly uncertain. This, therefore, would be an appropriate circumstance for Mary to insist upon a liquidated damages clause in case John fails to perform.
statute of repose
begins to run at the end of construction or whenever services were last provided.
vs. statute of limitations (limits the time that claims can be made against someone determined by state law)
pre bid conference
the goal is to provide the bidders with a clear and consistent understanding of the project requiremtents and scope.
preconstruction conference
provides and understanding of project procedures, requirements, due dates, and special characteristics.
atendees are ususally:
owner, conractor and mojor subs, architect and consultants
who typically prepares the agenda for the pre bid conference?
the architects PM and Contractors PM
why is change order pricing usually higher than bid pricing
due to the small quantity of materials involved and the out of sequence nature of the work.
Contractors dont usually provide cross checking and coordination services of the drawings durring the bid period.
true
an architects review of alternates on a bid should be condsidered an additional service
yes
when should the last addendum be issued durring the bidding phase?
no less than 7 days prior to the bid date
whats the main purpose of having the contractor or CM involved in the design phases
to reduce RFI's and change orders durring construction
the right of the government to take ownership of privat property for the public good while paying fair market value compensation to the owner
eminent domain
The rate at which outdoor air replaces indoor air is described as
the air exchange rate
drawings are included in the project manual
False
they are only included in the bidding docs and the contract documents
the project manual consists of the bidding docs, contract forms, contract conditions and specifications
application for payment
vs
certificate for payment
application is what the contractor gives the architect
certificate is what the architect gives the owner
who issues the final certificate of payment
the architect
does the contractor get interest on retainage?
heck no
what does enumerate mean
to catalog or list
when does the architects basic services end
when the final certificate of payment is submitted to the owner
compensible vs excusable delays
compensible the contractor gets $ and time compensation (usually the architects or owners fault)
excusable the contractor only gets time compensations (if there is out of the ordinary weather or labor disputes for example)
extra time in a critical path that doesnt effect time
float
critical path determines
wether or not something in a project has effected the project as a whole rather than just effecting specifi events
protruding objects can not extending into a path more than ___if the object is above _____
4"
27"
contractors need to supply_______along with their applications for payment
lien waver forms
with fixed or built in seating is provided in an accessible or common use area _____% but not less than _____ sesating must be accessible.
5%
1
when does the retainage get released
at substaintial completion
minor construction errors
substantial performance
claims contracting
typically in a public bid a contractor will bid low and get most of the money and more back from change orders.
sucks because in public projects have to choose the low bid.
