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Which concept in tendering law is uniquely Canadian?
Which concept in tendering law is uniquely Canadian?
- Contract C
- Contract D
- Contract B
- Contract A (correct)
To minimize the risk of litigation by unsuccessful bidders, what should architects do?
To minimize the risk of litigation by unsuccessful bidders, what should architects do?
- Use standard bid documents
- Obtain legal advice
- Adhere strictly to criteria
- All of the above (correct)
What phase of project delivery is considered critical?
What phase of project delivery is considered critical?
- Contract A
- Contract B
- Contract Administration (correct)
- Bidding and Contract Award
Which role is responsible for reducing risks in the construction phase?
Which role is responsible for reducing risks in the construction phase?
Who might be assigned to the contract administrator role?
Who might be assigned to the contract administrator role?
What can the architect do to reduce risks in the construction phase?
What can the architect do to reduce risks in the construction phase?
What should be done in relation to substitutions in construction projects?
What should be done in relation to substitutions in construction projects?
According to the text, what are some of the obligations of the consultant under the CCDC documents?
According to the text, what are some of the obligations of the consultant under the CCDC documents?
What should the architect do one year following the date of substantial performance?
What should the architect do one year following the date of substantial performance?
What should the architect do shortly before the expiration of the warranty period?
What should the architect do shortly before the expiration of the warranty period?
What should the architect do if asked to replace another architect during a project?
What should the architect do if asked to replace another architect during a project?
According to the text, what is one reason why it is important for architects to maintain accurate and comprehensive records?
According to the text, what is one reason why it is important for architects to maintain accurate and comprehensive records?
What is one tip mentioned in the text to reduce the risk of late payment or non-payment of invoices?
What is one tip mentioned in the text to reduce the risk of late payment or non-payment of invoices?
According to the text, what action should architects take if past-due payment has not been received after three weeks of calls and a meeting?
According to the text, what action should architects take if past-due payment has not been received after three weeks of calls and a meeting?
Why should architects be aware of provincial lien legislation?
Why should architects be aware of provincial lien legislation?
Which of the following actions should architects consider if a client fails to make payment or makes late payment?
Which of the following actions should architects consider if a client fails to make payment or makes late payment?
What should architects do if they decide to withhold services or resign the commission due to non-payment or late payment?
What should architects do if they decide to withhold services or resign the commission due to non-payment or late payment?
What should architects do if they are working outside their base jurisdictions?
What should architects do if they are working outside their base jurisdictions?
What should architects consider before agreeing to a commission in a foreign country?
What should architects consider before agreeing to a commission in a foreign country?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that architects need to consider when working on projects in foreign jurisdictions?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that architects need to consider when working on projects in foreign jurisdictions?
What is an important part of an architect's risk management strategy when it comes to handling disputes?
What is an important part of an architect's risk management strategy when it comes to handling disputes?
What is the purpose of alternative dispute resolution (ADR)?
What is the purpose of alternative dispute resolution (ADR)?
What does RAIC Document Six mandate in terms of dispute resolution?
What does RAIC Document Six mandate in terms of dispute resolution?
