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A contract is a formal agreement between two or more parties.
A contract is a formal agreement between two or more parties.
True (A)
A contract is a legally binding document.
A contract is a legally binding document.
True (A)
The contract lifecycle begins during the front-end planning phase.
The contract lifecycle begins during the front-end planning phase.
True (A)
The contract lifecycle consists of four stages.
The contract lifecycle consists of four stages.
The length of the contract lifecycle is always the same for all projects.
The length of the contract lifecycle is always the same for all projects.
What does project analysis involve in the contract lifecycle?
What does project analysis involve in the contract lifecycle?
What is the purpose of market assessment in the contract lifecycle?
What is the purpose of market assessment in the contract lifecycle?
What is the primary objective of business development discussions in the contract lifecycle?
What is the primary objective of business development discussions in the contract lifecycle?
Feasibility studies can only occur during the discovery stage of the contract lifecycle.
Feasibility studies can only occur during the discovery stage of the contract lifecycle.
The initial business case determines project feasibility and return on investment.
The initial business case determines project feasibility and return on investment.
The initial business case is solely for internal use by the project management team.
The initial business case is solely for internal use by the project management team.
The walkaway point is a critical decision point where project feasibility is re-evaluated.
The walkaway point is a critical decision point where project feasibility is re-evaluated.
The short-term contract options stage focuses on identifying potential risks and mitigating them.
The short-term contract options stage focuses on identifying potential risks and mitigating them.
What key aspect of the contract lifecycle is established in the delivery method and contract strategy stage?
What key aspect of the contract lifecycle is established in the delivery method and contract strategy stage?
The risk management process in the contract lifecycle aims to identify and mitigate potential risks during the pre-award phase.
The risk management process in the contract lifecycle aims to identify and mitigate potential risks during the pre-award phase.
Tendering involves selecting the best proposal from several submitted bids.
Tendering involves selecting the best proposal from several submitted bids.
Regulatory requirements have no influence on the tendering strategy.
Regulatory requirements have no influence on the tendering strategy.
The evaluation criteria should be tailored to each project.
The evaluation criteria should be tailored to each project.
The proposal process in the contract lifecycle includes which of the following steps?
The proposal process in the contract lifecycle includes which of the following steps?
The proposal process involves a formal bid solicitation.
The proposal process involves a formal bid solicitation.
The contract execution and management phase focuses on monitoring project performance.
The contract execution and management phase focuses on monitoring project performance.
Contract review sessions are optional and can be skipped for simpler projects.
Contract review sessions are optional and can be skipped for simpler projects.
Contract plan management and governance ensures compliance with the project's plan.
Contract plan management and governance ensures compliance with the project's plan.
Good contract governance should prioritize risk mitigation strategies.
Good contract governance should prioritize risk mitigation strategies.
Performance management in the contract lifecycle focuses on monitoring cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
Performance management in the contract lifecycle focuses on monitoring cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
Contract closeout is a final step where outstanding issues are addressed and the project is formally concluded.
Contract closeout is a final step where outstanding issues are addressed and the project is formally concluded.
Validating facility permitting is a crucial step during contract closeout.
Validating facility permitting is a crucial step during contract closeout.
The change clause is one of the most important provisions in the contract.
The change clause is one of the most important provisions in the contract.
The dispute resolution clause is a mechanism for resolving contract-related issues faster and cheaper than litigation.
The dispute resolution clause is a mechanism for resolving contract-related issues faster and cheaper than litigation.
The indemnify clause transfers risk from one entity to another.
The indemnify clause transfers risk from one entity to another.
Liquidated damages are a pre-agreed amount that is paid in case of a contract breach.
Liquidated damages are a pre-agreed amount that is paid in case of a contract breach.
The payment clause outlines the payment process for the project.
The payment clause outlines the payment process for the project.
The termination clause controls the cancellation of a built environment project.
The termination clause controls the cancellation of a built environment project.
The time-barred clause sets a deadline for making a claim.
The time-barred clause sets a deadline for making a claim.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include having an integrated team.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include having an integrated team.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include clearly defined scope of work but no track and manage change.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include clearly defined scope of work but no track and manage change.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include setting contract KPIs.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include setting contract KPIs.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include resolving disputes efficiently.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include resolving disputes efficiently.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include ensuring the contract clarity and unambiguous language.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include ensuring the contract clarity and unambiguous language.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include the contract being understood and followed.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include the contract being understood and followed.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include identifying, assessing, and managing risks.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include identifying, assessing, and managing risks.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include having sufficient insurance coverage.
Best practices for planning and managing contracts include having sufficient insurance coverage.
What is the purpose of a change clause in a contract?
What is the purpose of a change clause in a contract?
What is the main advantage of a dispute resolution clause?
What is the main advantage of a dispute resolution clause?
How does the indemnity clause function in a contract?
How does the indemnity clause function in a contract?
What is the primary purpose of the initial business case in a project?
What is the primary purpose of the initial business case in a project?
Which of the following describes a key feature of the change clause?
Which of the following describes a key feature of the change clause?
What aspect of project management does the dispute resolution clause primarily address?
What aspect of project management does the dispute resolution clause primarily address?
Who can utilize the business case documentation for the Avocet Island project?
Who can utilize the business case documentation for the Avocet Island project?
What factors are considered under short-term contract options?
What factors are considered under short-term contract options?
What role does the walkaway point play in project management?
What role does the walkaway point play in project management?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between project feasibility and return on investment?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between project feasibility and return on investment?
What is typically evaluated alongside risks during the short-term contract options phase?
What is typically evaluated alongside risks during the short-term contract options phase?
How does establishing stakeholder goals contribute to the initial business case?
How does establishing stakeholder goals contribute to the initial business case?
What is not a focus area when assessing the initial business case?
What is not a focus area when assessing the initial business case?
Which step is included in the contract closeout process?
Which step is included in the contract closeout process?
What is NOT a focus area of performance management in contract execution?
What is NOT a focus area of performance management in contract execution?
Which of the following is a key contract closeout step?
Which of the following is a key contract closeout step?
What is the primary purpose of validating facility permitting during contract closeout?
What is the primary purpose of validating facility permitting during contract closeout?
Which aspect is primarily assessed during the final accounting step of contract closeout?
Which aspect is primarily assessed during the final accounting step of contract closeout?
Which action is involved in the contract management phase?
Which action is involved in the contract management phase?
What does the change order review entail during contract closeout?
What does the change order review entail during contract closeout?
What is NOT typically validated during the contract closeout process?
What is NOT typically validated during the contract closeout process?
What is the first step in the proposal process?
What is the first step in the proposal process?
Which of the following steps occurs after partners review and respond to RFTs/ITTs or RFPs?
Which of the following steps occurs after partners review and respond to RFTs/ITTs or RFPs?
Which of the following is a key component of the contract execution and management phase?
Which of the following is a key component of the contract execution and management phase?
What happens during the contract review sessions?
What happens during the contract review sessions?
Which step follows bid submission in the proposal process?
Which step follows bid submission in the proposal process?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of bid solicitation?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of bid solicitation?
What is the primary objective of contract formulation?
What is the primary objective of contract formulation?
During the proposal process, what follows after partners are evaluated?
During the proposal process, what follows after partners are evaluated?
What is a key benefit of engaging in business development discussions?
What is a key benefit of engaging in business development discussions?
During which activity is project feasibility assessed, particularly concerning high-risk areas?
During which activity is project feasibility assessed, particularly concerning high-risk areas?
In the context of contract management, why is a market assessment important?
In the context of contract management, why is a market assessment important?
What is the focus of the activities involved in the delivery method and contract strategy stage?
What is the focus of the activities involved in the delivery method and contract strategy stage?
What does the term 'walkaway point' refer to in project management?
What does the term 'walkaway point' refer to in project management?
What primary aspect does market assessment facilitate during project development?
What primary aspect does market assessment facilitate during project development?
What is one of the essential goals of sorting through project specifications?
What is one of the essential goals of sorting through project specifications?
How does contract governance contribute to project success?
How does contract governance contribute to project success?
What is the significance of early alignment in project activities?
What is the significance of early alignment in project activities?
What is the primary purpose of an indemnity clause in a contract?
What is the primary purpose of an indemnity clause in a contract?
What do both parties agree to when liquidated damages are included in a contract?
What do both parties agree to when liquidated damages are included in a contract?
Which elements are typically included in a payment clause of a contract?
Which elements are typically included in a payment clause of a contract?
Which statement accurately describes liquidated damages?
Which statement accurately describes liquidated damages?
How do indemnity clauses help in risk management?
How do indemnity clauses help in risk management?
What does a well-defined payment clause prevent in project management?
What does a well-defined payment clause prevent in project management?
In which scenario would liquidated damages be applicable?
In which scenario would liquidated damages be applicable?
What might happen if a payment clause is vague or poorly defined?
What might happen if a payment clause is vague or poorly defined?
Flashcards
Formal Agreement
Formal Agreement
A legally binding document outlining the agreement between two or more parties about the scope of work, responsibilities, and other aspects of a project.
Contract Life Cycle
Contract Life Cycle
The sequence of stages from the initial project idea to the contract's final closure. Includes stages like discovery, pre-award, execution, and closeout.
Discovery Stage
Discovery Stage
Initial project phase involving feasibility analysis, market assessment, and business development discussions to investigate project potential.
Project Analysis
Project Analysis
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Market Assessment
Market Assessment
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Business Development Discussions
Business Development Discussions
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Initial Business Case
Initial Business Case
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Walkaway Point
Walkaway Point
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Short-Term Contract Options
Short-Term Contract Options
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Pre-Award Stage
Pre-Award Stage
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Risk Management Process
Risk Management Process
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Tendering
Tendering
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RFT/ITT vs. RFP
RFT/ITT vs. RFP
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Evaluation Criteria
Evaluation Criteria
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Proposal Process
Proposal Process
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Contract Execution and Management
Contract Execution and Management
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Contract Review Sessions
Contract Review Sessions
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Contract Plan Management and Governance
Contract Plan Management and Governance
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Performance Management
Performance Management
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Contract Closeout
Contract Closeout
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Change Clause
Change Clause
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Dispute Resolution Clause
Dispute Resolution Clause
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Indemnity Clause
Indemnity Clause
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Liquidated Damages
Liquidated Damages
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Payment Clause
Payment Clause
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Termination Clause
Termination Clause
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Time-Barred Clause
Time-Barred Clause
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What ensures flexibility in handling project changes?
What ensures flexibility in handling project changes?
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What helps resolve disputes in a contract?
What helps resolve disputes in a contract?
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What clause shifts responsibility for risks?
What clause shifts responsibility for risks?
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Contract Closeout Steps
Contract Closeout Steps
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Review Contract Documentation
Review Contract Documentation
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Final Accounting
Final Accounting
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Key Contract Clauses
Key Contract Clauses
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Change Orders
Change Orders
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Validate Completion of Operation and Maintenance Manuals
Validate Completion of Operation and Maintenance Manuals
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Request for Proposal (RFP)
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Bid Solicitation
Bid Solicitation
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Bid Submission
Bid Submission
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Subcontracting
Subcontracting
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Bid Evaluation
Bid Evaluation
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Contract Formulation
Contract Formulation
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Business Case Stakeholders
Business Case Stakeholders
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What does an indemnity clause do?
What does an indemnity clause do?
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What's the purpose of liquidated damages?
What's the purpose of liquidated damages?
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What information does a payment clause include?
What information does a payment clause include?
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What's the main purpose of a contract clause?
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Why are liquidated damages used?
Why are liquidated damages used?
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Study Notes
Construction Contract and Risk Management: Contract Life Cycle
- The contract life cycle begins during front-end planning.
- It consists of five stages.
- The length of the contract life cycle varies based on the project delivery method.
- A contract is a formal agreement between two or more parties.
- A contract ensures delivery of an agreed scope of work (SOW).
- A legally binding document, a contract, outlines clauses governing project management.
- The contract life cycle differs from the project delivery life cycle. Commissioning and startup fall after the contract life cycle.
Contract Life Cycle: Discovery
- Project Analysis: Analyze the initial project idea, assess project feasibility, and determine project value.
- Market Assessment: Evaluating the delivery method, scope & time lines, and final cost.
- Business Development Discussions: Building early alignment, offering project insight, and increasing collaboration.
- Initial Business Case: Determines project feasibility and return on investment (ROI), provides a reference point for the project, and establishes stakeholder goals.
- Walkaway Point: Key factors to consider, such as risk, margin, scope, expertise, and time scale.
- Short-Term Contract Options: Evaluating areas of weakness, risks, overall constructability,optimal delivery method, and contract structure.
- All these occur during the discovery phase.
Pre-Award: Tendering
- Tendering: Proposal strategy selection, and regulatory requirements influencing strategy selections.
- RFT/ITT vs. RFP: Describes Request for Tender, Invitation to Tender, and Request for Proposal.
- Documentation: Contains mature designs, project components broken into packages, and details/clarity supporting accurate estimates.
- Evaluation Criteria: Emphasizes rigorous internal standards and tailored criteria for each project.
- This occurs before the award of a contract.
Contract Execution and Management:
- Contract Review Sessions: Focuses on the deliverable scope, quality requirements, interfaces between packages/entities, safety protocols, and the change process.
- Contract Plan Management and Governance: Covers the frequency of compliance reviews, required attendees, documentation requirements, and contract completion/final payment processes.
- Performance Management: Includes cost, schedule, quality, and safety considerations.
- Contract execution focuses on the steps needed to implement and fulfill the agreed upon terms of a contract.
Contract Life Cycle: Contract Closeout
- Contract Close-out Steps: Includes reviewing contract documentation, change orders, facility permitting, operation/maintenance manuals, and final accounting.
Key Contract Clauses
- Change Clause: Describes a mechanism for managing project changes and allowing project updates.
- Dispute Resolution Clause: Details a mechanism for resolving contract-related issues.
- Indemnity Clause: Transfers risk from one entity to another.
- Liquidated Damages: Establishes an up-front amount for damages in the case of a breach.
- Payment Clause: Outlines the payment process, timeframes, conditions, documentation requirements, approval processes, and final payment.
- Termination Clause: Controls the cancellation of a project.
- Time-Barred Clause: Includes a deadline for making claims.
Best Practices: Planning and Managing Contracts
- Integrated team: Emphasizes a unified approach within the team.
- Set contract KPIs: Focuses on key performance indicators to track and manage.
- Clear, concise, and unambiguous language: Uses clear language in contracts.
- Clearly defined scope of work: Highlights a well-defined scope.
- Track and manage change: Actively manages changes appropriately.
- Resolve disputes efficiently: Solves disputes promptly.
- Contract is understood and followed: Ensures the contract is understood and adhered to.
- Insurance coverage: Provides adequate insurance coverage.
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Test your knowledge on the construction contract life cycle, including its initial stages and key components. This quiz covers aspects like project analysis, market assessment, and the importance of contracts in project management. Understand the differences between contract life cycle and project delivery life cycle.
