Architectural Services Fee Determination

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Which of the following is included in the construction cost?

Land cost

Value-added taxes

Compensation of the architect and consultants

Construction management fees (correct)

What does the fixed fee or lump sum method of compensation entail?

One stated sum of money for specific services (correct)

Compensation based on a percentage of the construction cost

Compensation for reimbursable expenses

Payment for each day worked

What is per diem?

The total cost of the work to the client

The cost of changes to the work during construction

The amount of compensation paid to the architect

Allowance or payment for each day (correct)

Which method is NOT commonly used for architect compensation?

Unit basis Signup and view all the answers

What are reimbursable expenses sometimes called?

Disbursements Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical breakdown of fees over the traditional five phases of a project?

Percentage basis Signup and view all the answers

What are adjustment factors used for in percentage fee calculation?

To modify the base percentage fee Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended practice for architects when entering into an agreement with a client?

Promoting and adopting the Canadian standard forms of agreement Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of providing architectural services without a written or oral contract in some jurisdictions?

Being charged with professional misconduct Signup and view all the answers

Why are the Canadian standard forms of agreement recommended for architects?

They have been endorsed by the architectural profession and accepted nationally Signup and view all the answers

Which method is recommended for establishing a fee when the project scope and services have not been determined yet?

Per diem or hourly rates Signup and view all the answers

Architects can use a rule of thumb that the cost to the architect for coordinating engineering consultants is approximately what percentage of the engineering fee?

25% to 35% Signup and view all the answers

What should be included when preparing a fixed fee quotation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the added value of creative, thoughtful, and innovative design?

Outweighs the financial savings Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the purpose of architectural services?

To generate value for the client Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an architect in the long-term sustainability of a capital asset?

To increase building and human performance Signup and view all the answers

What are the five phases of design and construction in architectural services?

Schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding and negotiation, construction phase Signup and view all the answers

What are basic services in architectural projects?

Services agreed upon by the client and architect Signup and view all the answers

Which method of project delivery can result in an increase in both the scope of services and liabilities?

Requests for proposals Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the criteria used to evaluate proposals in response to requests for proposals (RFPs)?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What should architects do if requests for proposals (RFPs) provide incomplete descriptions of the project and the scope of services required?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should architects do if the terms and conditions required from an RFP may not be insurable under professional liability insurance policies?

Consider not responding to the RFP Signup and view all the answers

Which document provides a full outline of architectural services contemplated for each phase of a design project?

Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Services Signup and view all the answers

What are additional services as defined in the Definitions and General Conditions of RAIC Document Six?

Services that are not included in the initial agreement but are subsequently added with the written agreement of the client and architect Signup and view all the answers

What should architects do to ensure they receive adequate compensation for their professional services?

Obtain the latest fee schedule, tariff of fees, and conditions of engagement from the appropriate provincial or territorial association of architects Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preparing a briefing document outlining the types of services a firm has expertise in?

To inform prospective clients of the services the firm can provide Signup and view all the answers