Construction Contracts and Dispute Resolution
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What happens if work needs to be repeated according to the text?

  • The contractor must do it regardless of fault (correct)
  • The contractor can request additional payment
  • The owner must cover the cost of the repetition
  • The consultant is responsible for redoing the work
  • Who is responsible for paying for any damage caused while redoing work?

  • The owner
  • The contractor (correct)
  • The consultant
  • The architect
  • What should happen if the contractor causes damage while redoing work?

  • The contractor faces no consequences
  • The owner pays for the damages
  • The contractor must pay for fixing the damage (correct)
  • The consultant covers the repair costs
  • What is the responsibility of the contractor if they mess something up and it's not worth fixing?

    <p>Contractor is required to pay a specified amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who authorizes the spending of cash allowances according to the text?

    <p>Owner through the Consultant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if unexpected cash allowances lead to extra costs?

    <p>Cost is deducted from the contract price through a change order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for creating a work schedule under cash allowances to avoid delays?

    <p>Contractor and Consultant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If work needs to be redone, who bears the responsibility for completing it again?

    <p>Contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In case of damages caused by redoing work, who should cover the repair costs?

    <p>Contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who decides on an amount to be paid if something cannot be fixed?

    <p>Consultant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contract Administration

    • If the Consultant finds no need for contract alterations, a report will be sent to the Owner and Contractor.

    Dispute Resolution

    • Disputes will be resolved through a dispute resolution process.

    Protection of Person and Property

    • Measures will be taken to protect people and property during the project.

    Governing Regulations

    • The project will be governed by relevant regulations.

    Insurance

    • Insurance coverage will be in place for the project.

    Owner Takeover

    • The Owner has the right to take over the project under certain circumstances.

    Indemnification and Waiver

    • The Contractor and Owner will indemnify each other against certain risks.

    Risks of CCDC 4 Unit Price Contract

    • Risks for the Owner include financial, schedule, and quality risks.
    • Risks for the Contractor include financial, estimation, and management risks.

    Payment Process

    • The Contractor submits a written request for payment to the Consultant.
    • The Consultant reviews the work and establishes the payment amount.
    • A payment certificate is issued to the Owner.
    • The Owner pays the Contractor.

    Administration of the Contract

    • The Contractor must redo defective work, regardless of fault.
    • The Contractor is liable for damages caused during redoing work.
    • The Contractor must pay for damages caused by redoing work.

    Execution of the Work

    • The Contractor is responsible for executing the work as per the Contract.

    Allowances

    • Cash allowances are authorized by the Owner through the Consultant.
    • The Contractor and Consultant create a schedule for work under cash allowances.
    • Unexpected cash allowances are deducted from the contract price through a change order.

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    This quiz covers topics related to construction contracts, dispute resolution, and the protection of persons and property. It includes sections on default notice, governing regulations, and insurance in construction projects.

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