CE_Ojective 3.2 Flashcards
Submittals
Documents and physical samples that describe in detail how the contractor will construct the work. Submittals are closely scheduled and coordinated with the project construction schedule.
Shop drawings
Drawings, diagrams, schedules, and other data specially prepared by the general contractor, subcontractors, and fabricators to illustrate some portion of the work.
Product data
Product data is typically included in submittals for the architect’s review, and contains information pertaining to product appearance, performance, etc. The architect must ensure that the product is in accordance with the contract documents.
3 part specifications
CSI Masterformat divides each spec section into three categories: general, products, and execution. During construction, these are referenced to ensure that work progresses in accord with the contract documents.
Coordination drawings
Coordination drawings are a type of informational submittal from the Contractor during construction. They are used to illustrate the Contractor’s interpretation of design intent for specific elements of the work.
Descriptive / narrative specification
Specification based on an objective description of a product, such as color, material type, or size. May or may not name a specific brand or model.
Specifications
Describe the materials and workmanship required for a building project. Specifications do not include cost, quantity, or drawn information, and so need to be read alongside other information such as quantities, schedules, and drawings.
Performance specification
Specification based on performance requirements of a product, such as VOC content, efficiency rating, or sound attenuation rating. May or may not name a specific brand or model.
Proprietary specification
Specification which allows only the listed products to be used in construction. Note this is rarely allowed in publicly-funded projects to avoid conflicts of interest, and encourage competition.
Reference Standard Specification
Similar to an open specification, items have to meet specific testing authority requirements (UL, ASTM, ANSI). The contractor is responsible.
Informational submittals
Informational submittals are sent to the architect during construction to illustrate compliance with the contract documents. They do not typically require a response from the architect.
Nonrestrictive specification
A nonrestrictive or open specification allows greater variety in selecting building components because it outlines performance of spec items, not products or brands.
QA/QC of submittals
QA/QC of submittals during construction administration should happen on both ends: prior to sending documents to the architect, the contractor should, within reason, ensure that the submittals are complete and in accordance with the contract documents. The architect’s review of submittals is also part of the quality management process during construction. Timely review of submittals will help avoid schedule delays, and ensure that the contractor’s interpretation of design intent meets the standards of the contract documents.
Samples
Product samples are submitted to the architect as part of the submittal process, and their purpose is to convey the quality, material, or other aspects of the products chosen by the contractor.
Division 01 - General Requirements
Division 01 contains the methods, procedures, and technical requirements the contractor must follow during construction. It includes rules for pricing and payment, substitutions, administrative requirements, submittal procedures, closeout, etc.
MasterFormat
MasterFormat is a widely used system of classification of specification sections which breaks down building components by material and discipline.
