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What is the primary role of the Architect during the bidding phase?
What is the primary role of the Architect during the bidding phase?
- Preparing addenda, responding to bid RFIs and substitutions requests
- Preparing list of qualified bidders, issuing bid advertisement/invitation, conducting prebid conference
- Assisting Owner in awarding/preparing contracts for construction
- All of the above (correct)
During the construction phase, what is the Architect's role with respect to the Contractor's submittal schedule?
During the construction phase, what is the Architect's role with respect to the Contractor's submittal schedule?
- Issuing the Certificate of Substantial Completion
- Issuing the final Certificate of Payment
- Preparing Change Orders
- Reviewing Contractor's submittal schedule (correct)
What action does the Architect take upon observing defects or deficiencies in the work?
What action does the Architect take upon observing defects or deficiencies in the work?
- Determines date of substantial completion
- Certifies payment applications
- Reports defects/deficiencies to the Owner (correct)
- Requires testing/inspections of the work
What is the purpose of an Architect conducting inspections at substantial completion and final completion stages?
What is the purpose of an Architect conducting inspections at substantial completion and final completion stages?
What type of authority does the Architect have with regards to testing and inspections during construction?
What type of authority does the Architect have with regards to testing and inspections during construction?
What role does the Architect play in relation to preparing contracts for construction?
What role does the Architect play in relation to preparing contracts for construction?
What is one of the responsibilities of an Architect regarding nonconforming work?
What is one of the responsibilities of an Architect regarding nonconforming work?
What action does the Architect take in relation to review and certification of payment applications?
What action does the Architect take in relation to review and certification of payment applications?
Why should the Architect keep record project documentation?
Why should the Architect keep record project documentation?
What is the main difference between a warranty and a guarantee in the context of services and products?
What is the main difference between a warranty and a guarantee in the context of services and products?
Why might an architect be required to meet with an owner after one year from Substantial Completion without compensation?
Why might an architect be required to meet with an owner after one year from Substantial Completion without compensation?
What is the purpose of 'Post-occupancy evaluation' as part of the Architect's services?
What is the purpose of 'Post-occupancy evaluation' as part of the Architect's services?
Why would E204 be attached as an exhibit to the Owner/Architect agreement?
Why would E204 be attached as an exhibit to the Owner/Architect agreement?
Why does the architect need to spell out warranties beyond the contractor's 1-year warranty in specifications?
Why does the architect need to spell out warranties beyond the contractor's 1-year warranty in specifications?
In what scenario would an Architect be most likely involved in 'Forensic Analysis' as an additional service?
In what scenario would an Architect be most likely involved in 'Forensic Analysis' as an additional service?
'Facility Support Services' are an additional service provided by an Architect that is primarily used for:
'Facility Support Services' are an additional service provided by an Architect that is primarily used for:
What type of insurance covers claims arising from slips, falls, slander, libel, and property damage to third parties?
What type of insurance covers claims arising from slips, falls, slander, libel, and property damage to third parties?
Which insurance policy adds the Owner as an additional insured due to the Architect's negligent acts or omissions?
Which insurance policy adds the Owner as an additional insured due to the Architect's negligent acts or omissions?
Which insurance policy provides coverage for injuries sustained by the Architect's employees during the course of their work?
Which insurance policy provides coverage for injuries sustained by the Architect's employees during the course of their work?
If an employer is sued for punitive damages related to a work-related injury or illness, which insurance policy would provide protection?
If an employer is sued for punitive damages related to a work-related injury or illness, which insurance policy would provide protection?
Which insurance policy covers the replacement value of property that may be damaged or destroyed during construction and is not covered by the Contractor's Builder's Risk?
Which insurance policy covers the replacement value of property that may be damaged or destroyed during construction and is not covered by the Contractor's Builder's Risk?
What would damage to an existing wing of a building under construction be covered by?
What would damage to an existing wing of a building under construction be covered by?
Which insurance policy is also known as professional liability insurance for architects?
Which insurance policy is also known as professional liability insurance for architects?
Which type of bond is used to cover default by Contractor?
Which type of bond is used to cover default by Contractor?
What is the purpose of Division 01 (General Requirements)?
What is the purpose of Division 01 (General Requirements)?
Why is over-specifying in project documentation discouraged?
Why is over-specifying in project documentation discouraged?
In what type of projects would you use 01 35 000 Special Procedures?
In what type of projects would you use 01 35 000 Special Procedures?
Why should bid solicitations be kept simple according to the text?
Why should bid solicitations be kept simple according to the text?
What is the purpose of an Advertisement for Bid in public works projects?
What is the purpose of an Advertisement for Bid in public works projects?
Which Masterpec division would be used to outline Fire Suppression requirements?
Which Masterpec division would be used to outline Fire Suppression requirements?
Order the parts of the Project Manual below from least specific to most specific administrative requirements.
Order the parts of the Project Manual below from least specific to most specific administrative requirements.
What is a predetermined amount typically assessed per day that represents actual cost to the Owner for the Contractor's delay?
What is a predetermined amount typically assessed per day that represents actual cost to the Owner for the Contractor's delay?
What term refers to joining arbitration claims that are substantially similar in terms of law or fact and employ similar procedural rules and methods?
What term refers to joining arbitration claims that are substantially similar in terms of law or fact and employ similar procedural rules and methods?
What is required for Joinder, where one party sues two parties together or two parties sue one together regarding common questions of law or fact?
What is required for Joinder, where one party sues two parties together or two parties sue one together regarding common questions of law or fact?
What term is used to describe acts of God that may be considered a Force Majeure event?
What term is used to describe acts of God that may be considered a Force Majeure event?
What is the time limit for initiating all Claims, according to the given information?
What is the time limit for initiating all Claims, according to the given information?
What legal concept is invoked when one party has unfairly benefitted at the expense of another party?
What legal concept is invoked when one party has unfairly benefitted at the expense of another party?
Under what circumstance can the Contractor suspend the Work due to non-payment by the Owner?
Under what circumstance can the Contractor suspend the Work due to non-payment by the Owner?
If the Contractor suspends the Work due to the discovery of hazardous materials, what action should be taken regarding the affected area?
If the Contractor suspends the Work due to the discovery of hazardous materials, what action should be taken regarding the affected area?
