RIBA plan of works Flashcards
What is the purpose of the RIBA plan of works?
To ensure good results in the procurement process.
RIBA stands for the Royal Institute of British Architects.
What happens during the Inception stage?
The architect works closely with the client, provides appraisal and recommendation, and helps the client make decisions on finance/cost.
What is produced during the Feasibility stage?
Approximate cost, plans, and drawings.
What are Outline proposals?
Sketch plans of layout, design, and construction to obtain approval from the client, including alternative solutions provided mainly by the architect.
What is required for Planning permission?
Submission of drawings and outline specifications to the local authority planning office.
Fill in the blank: The detailed design stage involves working drawings at scales such as 1:1, 1:5, 1:10, and _______.
1:2500.
What is included in the Product information stage?
Detailed design, working drawings, prep of product info, draft of bills of quantities, tender documents, and project planning material.
What are Bills of quantities?
Detailed specifications linked to quantities that determine the number of materials needed.
What does the Tender time involve?
Contractors receive tender documents including information, drawings, specs, bills of quantities, and a letter of invitation.
What is the purpose of the Project planning meeting?
To sign the contract, resolve queries with the architect, and discuss the programme of works.
Who is responsible for site operations?
The main contractor.
What are the main responsibilities of the main contractor during site operations?
Schedule, timetabling, health and safety, building control, quality of work.
What is the Completion stage?
Ensuring all parts are commissioned with a certificate, and addressing variations and payments.
What kind of feedback is collected from the client?
Client’s thoughts on function, performance targets, effectiveness, and complaints.
What information is included in the letter of invitations?
Approx budget, date of completion, date of possession, contract docs, location, type of building, client identity, listed buildings, contract type, date of documents, brownfield or greenfield, special circumstances.
