Brown Bauhaus Architectural Services Part 1 Flashcards
A method of selection of an architect that is most frequently used for civic or monumental projects and prestigious private buildings
Design competitions
Additional information on contract documents issued to bidders before the date of bidding
Bid bulletin
A method of selection of an architect that is most often used by an individual person undertaking a relatively small project
Direct selection
A method of selection of an architect that is most often employed by committees representing institutions, corporations, or public agencies
Comparative selection
In the team concept of construction, this individual or firm operates as a member of an Owner-Architect-Engineer-Contractor Team
Project manager
The type of service that “wraps up” the whole range of architectural services
Post-construction services
The method of compensation of the Architect for Specialized Service
Professional fee + expenses / Multiple of direct personnel expense
A member of the project team whose fundamental functions and primary responsibilities are the quality of work, evaluation, and construction work, keeping of records, reports, and contract documents
Construction supervisor
A bond furnished by the Contractor and his surety as a guarantee to execute the work in accordance with the terms of the contract
Performance bond
How many days upon written notice can a Contractor terminate a contract with a valid reason?
15 days
A price given by the Contractor, sub-contractor, material supplier, or vendor to furnish material, labor, or both
Quotation
Upon the completion of the Design Development Services, but not more than 15 days after submission of the Design Development to the Owner, the Architect shall charge how many percent that will be sufficient to increase the total payments of the Basic Fee computed upon the same estimated construction cost of the structure?
35%
A right enforceable against specific property to secure payment of an obligation
Liens
The cashier’s check or surety bond accompanying the proposal submitted by the Bidder, as a guarantee that the Bidder will enter into a contract with the Owner for the construction of the work
Proposal bond
Who declares bankruptcy as a valid reason for the termination of a contract?
Contractor
How many percent of the contract amount is the Performance Bond?
15%
Contract drawings marked up to reflect changes made during the construction process
As-built (record) drawing
How many days shall the Building Official issue a certificate of occupancy after the final inspection of the project?
30 days
A stipulation of the use of specific products or processes without provision for substitution
Closed specification
Printed documents stipulating the procedural and administrative aspect of the contract
General condition
A statement from the Architect confirming the amount of money due to the Contractor for work accomplished
Certificate of Payment
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of the Architect for specialized decorative buildings?
12%
Comprehensive Planning falls under what service of the architect?
Specialized Allied Services
The calendar period allowed from issuance of bidding requirements and contract documents to the prescribed bid date/time
Bidding period
The third phase of the Architect’s Regular Services
Contract Documents Phase
The actual process of opening and tabulating bids submitted within the prescribed bid date/time and conforming with the bid procedures
Bid opening
An action which means to purchase and/or fabricate and deliver to job site
Furnish
How much is the fee of the Architect for Design-Build Services by Administration?
7%
This type of compensation is only applied to non-creative work
Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
A contract transferring the right of possession of building, property, etc. for a fixed period of time, usually for periodical compensation called “rent”
Lease
An offer to perform the work prescribed in a contract at a specified cost
Bid
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of the Architect for industrial buildings with a project cost below 50 million pesos?
6%
How many sets of drawings, specifications, and other contract documents shall the Architect furnish for the Owner?
5 sets
How many days prior to bidding shall the Contractor seek the Architect’s clarification as to the particular areas of work, which require evaluation of the Architect?
15 days
Approximately, how many square meters of office space for the Architect is built by the Contractor as temporary facilities for the project?
12.5 sqm
Standard factor computed for changes and/or revisions made on completed contracts
2.5%
Instructions which may be issued prior to the bidding to supplement and/or modify drawings, specifications, and/or general conditions of the contract
Special provision
A written provision in the contract documents gives the contractor the option of selecting certain specified materials, methods, or systems without changing the contract sum
Contractor’s option
The art and science of ordering the use of land and siting of buildings and communication routes to secure the maximum practicable degree of economy, social amenities, convenience, and aesthetics
Physical planning
How much is the Minimum Basic Fee of the Architect when he is engaged to render opinion or advice, clarification, or explanation on technical matters pertaining to his profession?
Php 500 / hour
A written document issued by the owner requesting an adjustment to the contract sum or an extension of the contract time; generally issued by the architect or owners representative
Change order request
Amount stated in the bid to be added or deducted from the base bid amount proposed for alternate materials and/or methods of construction
Alternate bid
The Guarantee Bond is released how many months after the date of final payment?
12 months / 1 year
The release of 10% retention by the Owner shall be done after how many months from the date of final payment?
3 months
An arrangement under which a person or organization contracts directly with an owner to design and construct a building or project
Design-Build
How much is the minimum per diem paid to the Architect if work is beyond 50 km from his office?
Php 750
The difference between the original contract price and the final completed cost including all adjustments by approved change order
Contract Over-Run (Under-Run)
A tenure by lease; real estate held under a lease
Leasehold
A worldwide used method of compensation for architectural services
Percentage of construction
The methods of compensation in Post-Construction Services
Salary Basis and Management Fee based on Percentage of Gross Rentals
