B3 - Organize Work - LT #1

Question 1

In how many divisions are specifications divided?

Answer 1

16 up to 2004, now 50, some contracts are 16.

Question 2

Why must the specs be read with the drawings?

Answer 2

Specs are very detailed info about work to be done, drawings do not provide all the information as well. Complete spec = read specs in conjunction with the drawings.

Question 3

Name the seven parts of contract documents.

Answer 3

Articles of agreement, definitions, general conditions, supplementary conditions, general requirements, drawings and addenda.

Question 4

Where in the specifications would the general requirement be found for the project sign?

Answer 4

Specs: Divisions 1 General requirements

Question 5

What is the difference between a “fixed sum” contract and a “target price” contract?

Answer 5

Fixed Sum = Contractor decides prices and does at cost.

Target price = similar except cost overruns or cost savings are split between owner and contractor.

Question 6

What usually governs the length of the contract?

Answer 6

Value & complexity of the project.

Question 7

Which is a larger scale drawing, 48:1 or 24:1

Answer 7

24:1

Question 8

Verbal contracts just as binding as written contracts:

Answer 8

True, but easily disputed and rarely used.

Question 9

Complexity of the contract is based on:

Answer 9

value and amount of details of projects

Question 10

Provide means:

Answer 10

To supply and install

Question 11

Substantial performance of work means:

Answer 11

When the work is ready for use or is being used for the purpose intended and is so certified by the architect or engineer.

Question 12

Substantial performance of work triggers:

Answer 12

Payment

Beginning of the holdback period

Beginning of the period of time within which builders liens can be filed, and the beginning of the warranty period.

Question 13

For larger projects, substantial performance of work is known as:

Answer 13

substantial completion.

Question 14

General conditions of a contractL:

Answer 14

They are the standard boilter plate clauses used to protect both parties, dealing with items such as: changes, defective work, strikes, insurance, bonding and similar issues.

Question 15

Supplemental conditions of a contract:

Answer 15

General conditions may need changing. Additional clauses are added. Allowing standard contract forms to be used without any modifications.

Question 16

Typically specifications cover what aspects:

Answer 16

Specs cover: grades & species of lumber, plus quality, brands and models for all components that go into a building project.

Question 17

General requirements of a contract:

Answer 17

Deal with general things:

Rules of project, limiting hours of work, job site access, parking, signage, tree retention, temporary job site buildings and disposal of waste.

also admin. such as permits, approvals and coordination and scheduling with other contractors and suppliers.

Question 18

What is an Addenda?

Answer 18

After doc. were prepared and before work commences, mistakes may be found or changes may be made to the project. Instead of revising the contract doc. an addenda is made.

Question 19

After a contract is awarded, changes made are done with:

Answer 19

Change of order instead of Addenda.

Question 20

If there is a conflict within contracts documents, the order of priority of documents from highest to lowest shall be:

Answer 20

1) Agreement between owner and contractor

Question 21

Fixed sum contract:

Answer 21

known as stipulated price contract: most common and simplest.

Contractor determines the cost to build, and builds to price.

Question 22

Unit price contract:

Answer 22

Contract is used when the extend of the work is difficult to determine prior to actually working.

Agreement is based on cost per unit.

Question 23

Target pricing contract:

Answer 23

Target price contract is similar to the fixed sum except that cost over runs or cost savings are split between owner & contractor.

Question 24

Cost plus contract:

Answer 24

Actual cost + agreed upon percent to cover profit and overhead is paid to the contractor. It will sometimes include a guarantee maximum price option.

Question 25

Time and materials is:

Answer 25

When profit and overhead are included in the hourly labour rate.

Question 26

What is a work order contract?

Answer 26

Simple two page fixed sum contract for simple projects valued less than 30,000

Question 27

What is a construction agreement?

Answer 27

Fixed sum contract used for projects valued less than 400,000

Question 28

What is a CCDC-2?

Answer 28

Fixed sum contract for large projects typically valued more than 400,000

Question 29

Renovation contract:

Answer 29

Designed for renovation work only.

Question 30

Design Build Contract:

Answer 30

Agreement is for both the design and construction of a project. Proponents are given a list of needs and conditions and they submit proposals and concept drawings.

Question 31

What is an allowance?

Answer 31

Item such as cabinet, flooring, lights, etc. not chosen when contract is signed.

Question 32

Change of work order:

Answer 32

Form needs to be signed each time the owner asks for a change. Change must be clearly described.

Question 33

What is a holdback and builders lien act?

Answer 33

10% holdback is withheld from all progress payments until 55 days after “substantial performance”.

Giving subs and suppliers time to file a builders lien against title of property.

Question 34

What is the planning for the location and servicing of temporary facilities based on?

Answer 34

What, when & Where?

Question 35

What determines the location of access routes, temporary facilities and services, and storage areas?

Answer 35

Location of permanent buildings & hardscaping.

Question 36

What may be required for vehicles and vehicle-related activities.

Answer 36

Roadways, turnarounds, loading, delivery, parking areas, and wheel wash

Question 37

What are temporary facilities and services?

Answer 37

Anything required temporarily for projects - including offices, first aid, water, gas and electrical services.