CSE - Category IV – Bidding/Construction (20%)

Question 1

AIA G701 - Change Order

Answer 1

1. Prepared by Architect
2. Change in time OR cost (or both) to the original contact
3. Description of the change and cost or time adjustment
4. Singed by the Architect, Owner and Contractor

Question 2

AIA G710

Supplemental Instructions

Answer 2

1. Additional instructions or interpretations prepared by Architect
2. Minor changes in work
3. Assist Architect in performing obligations as interpreter of contract documents
4. NO change in contract time or sum
5. Only requires the Architects Signature

Question 3

AIA G714

Construction Change Directive

Answer 3

1. Written order prepared by the Architect
2. Signed by the Architect and Owner
3. Directs as change in work prior to agreement on adjustment in the Contract Sum, or Contract Time
4. Is used in the absence of the total agreement on the terms of a Change Order
5. Can also be used in fast-track projects

Question 4

Applications for Payment

Answer 4

Based on the Architect’s evaluation of the Contractor’s Applications for Payment, the Architect will review and certify the amounts due the Contractor and will issue Certificates for Payment in such amounts.

Question 5

Certificate of Occupancy

Answer 5

• Issued by the local Building Official after conducting final inspection and walk through with the Contractor.
• Once the Certificate of Occupancy is issued, the Owner can legally occupy the building.

Question 6

Certificate of Substantial Completion

Answer 6

• Part of project close-out
• Establishes the responsibilities of the Owner and Contractor for security, maintenance, heat, utilities, damage to the work and insurances
• Warranty period begins
• Release of Retainage
• Sets the clock for Statute of Limitations beginning

Question 7

Certificates for Payment

Answer 7

The Architect, within 7 days after receipt of the Contractor’s Application for payment:

• Issue to the Owner a Certificate of Payment

OR

• Notify the Contractor and Owner in writing the reasons for withholding payment.

Question 8

Change Order

Answer 8

• Any modification or change to works agreed in the contract is treated as a variation.
• These modifications can be divided into three main categories

1. Addition to the work agreed in the contract.
2. Omission of work agreed in the contract.
3. Substitution or alteration of work agreed in the contract.

Question 9

Close-out Procedures - Contractor Role

Answer 9

Question 10

Close-out Procedures - Owner Role

Answer 10

Question 11

Close-out Procedures - Architect Role

Answer 11

Question 12

Construction Change Directive

Answer 12

Process for the owner of a construction project to instruct the contractor to perform work in addition to what has been agreed to in the contract.

Question 13

Contract Sum

Answer 13

The total amount payable by the Owner to the Contractor for performace of the Work under the Contract Documents.

Question 14

Cost of Work

Answer 14

• The cost of work is the total of all costs incurred by the owner (excluding GST) that relate directly and indirectly to building and construction work.​
• The direct costs necessarily incurred by CM@Risk in the proper performance of the Work.
• Cost of the Work may include direct labor costs, subcontract costs, costs of materials and equipment incorporated in the completed Work, costs of other materials and equipment, temporary facilities, building permit fees, materials testing, and related items.
• Cost of the Work shall not include CM@Risk’s Construction Fee, general conditions fee, taxes, bonds, or insurance costs.*

Question 15

Decisions to Withhold Certificaiton

Answer 15

• If work on the Application does not match work completed in field.
• If Architect and Contractor cannot agree, Architect will issue Application of Certificate of Payment to Owner for the amount Architect believes is accurate.

Question 16

Final Lien Releases

Answer 16

Once Contractor receives final payment, proof of release of all applicable liens - lien releases from subcontractors, vendors and material suppliers.

Question 17

Limits of the Architect’s responsibilities

Answer 17

1. Exhaustive on-site visits
2. Continuous in-site inspections
3. Means, methods, techniques, sequences, safety

Question 18

Notice of Completion

Answer 18

• Not required to be filed but the Owner is highly encouraged to file to reduce lien period
• Filed at the County Recorder Office
• Architect can aid Owner in process for filing
• Reduces lien period for Contractors and Subcontractos

Prime Contractors: 90 days to 60 days

Subcontractors: 90 days to 30 days

Question 19

Partial Occupancy or Use

Answer 19

• The Owner may occupy any portion of the Work when such portion is desginated by separate agreement with the Contractor.
• Must have authorization by AHJ

Question 20

Schedule of Values

Answer 20

• The Contractor submits a schedule of values allocating the entire Contract Sum to the various portions of the Work prior to submitting the first Application for Payment to the Architect
• The schedule of values shall be sued by the Architect as a basis for reviewing Contractor’s Application for Payment

Question 21

What is the difference between a change order and a change directive?

Answer 21

A change order requires agreement from the owner and other parties involved.

A change directive is used to direct the contractor to perform additional work when there is not an agreement between the owner and contractor.

Question 22

Special Inspections

Answer 22

• Inspection as required of the materails, installation, fabrication, erection or placement of components and connections requireing special expertinse to ensure complinace ith approaval construction documents and reference standards.
• Special inspector shall be a qualified person who shall demonstrate competence, to the satisfaction of the building official, for inspe ction of the particular type of construction or operations requiring special inspection.

Question 23

Architect’s Supplemental Instructions

(ASI)

Answer 23

• Official instructions issued by an architect to legally change, revise, or provide the necessary interpretation for a minor design or construction change.
• An ASI is only issued when a change does not affect the contract sum or contract time.

Question 24

Who has mechanic lien rights in California?

Answer 24

Architects, General Contractors, and Sub-Contractors all have mechanics lien rights in California. Sub-Contractors must file a preliminary 20 day notice to preserve their lien rights (their contract is with the General Contractor) Architects and General Contractors do not have to file a preliminary 20 day notice because they have a direct contract with the Owner.