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Flashcards by micbell2000, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by micbell2000
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| Question | Answer |
| Discuss the purpose of "methodical, timely and even-handed administration. | To prevent time and delay disputes in Construction Contracts. |
| What are 'liquidated damages"? | Payments imposed on the Contractor for late completion of construction. Which are estimated and established as realistically as possible, to represent the best ascertainment of actual losses the owner will suffer if the completed construction is not delivered on time. When a contract contains liquidated damages provisions, the architect is obligated to administer the time provisions of the contract fairly and equitably to both owner and contractor. |
| What conditions may justify adjustments to contract time? | *Working days vs calendar days. *Unforeseen or Differing Conditions examples: Subterranean Excavation or Alteration of Existing Buildings. *Delay caused by Owner or Architect examples: Materials, services, or separate contractors supplied or coordinated by owner, if not in time for General Contractor, will impact overall time. or Architect fails to provide timely review of submittals. *Construction Schedule Delays causes by outside agencies, such as government. *Weather Delays Unexpected (probably as in unusual) adverse or unseasonable weather conditions (like snow staying late last year). *Critical Path?? Extensions provided due to Owner or Architect act or neglect, labour disputes and causes beyond the control of the contractor. |
| What documentation is expected? | *Schedule of Submittals *Change Orders *Construction Schedule *Written Notices |
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