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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Qualification sheet = An announcement that an organization is interested in receiving proposals for a particular project Request for proposal (RFP) = A document that asks for certain types of information to determine if the bidder is technically and financially qualified to handle a job of this scope Severability provision = A document which gives up the right to make a claim against the community association for payments not received Waiver of lien = This provision states that if a court finds that any clause of the contract is illegal or unenforceable, that clause shall be severed (separated) from the rest of the contract
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Waiver provision = A warranty should state what is covered, for how long, and what the contractor will do if the work or product proves defective Warranty = This provision states that a waiver (permission) by one party of any breach of contract (failure to fulfill a provision) by the other party shall not act as a general waiver of future breaches Severability provision = A document that asks for certain types of information to determine if the bidder is technically and financially qualified to handle a job of this scope Request for proposal (RFP) = An announcement that an organization is interested in receiving proposals for a particular project
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Request for proposal (RFP) = A document that asks for certain types of information to determine if the bidder is technically and financially qualified to handle a job of this scope Qualification sheet = An announcement that an organization is interested in receiving proposals for a particular project Warranty = This provision states that if a court finds that any clause of the contract is illegal or unenforceable, that clause shall be severed (separated) from the rest of the contract Severability provision = A warranty should state what is covered, for how long, and what the contractor will do if the work or product proves defective
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What is the purpose of a qualification sheet?
What is the purpose of a qualification sheet?
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What does a severability provision in a contract do?
What does a severability provision in a contract do?
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What is the purpose of a waiver of lien?
What is the purpose of a waiver of lien?
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What does a waiver provision in a contract do?
What does a waiver provision in a contract do?
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What is the main purpose of a request for proposal (RFP)?
What is the main purpose of a request for proposal (RFP)?
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What should a warranty typically include?
What should a warranty typically include?
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What is the purpose of a bid request?
What is the purpose of a bid request?
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What is an assignability provision in a contract?
What is an assignability provision in a contract?
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What is the purpose of a performance bond?
What is the purpose of a performance bond?
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What is a payment bond used for?
What is a payment bond used for?
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What is the purpose of a modification provision in a contract?
What is the purpose of a modification provision in a contract?
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What is an entire obligation provision in a contract?
What is an entire obligation provision in a contract?
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What is a default in the context of a contract?
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What is the purpose of a prospective bidder's questionnaire?
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Study Notes
Contracting Key Terms
- Assignability Provision: Neither party can assign their obligations to another person without the other party's written consent.
Bidding Process
- Bid Request (also known as Request for Proposal (RFP)): An announcement seeking proposals for a specific project, including all contract terms.
- Bid Specifications: Detailed instructions about the products or services requested through the bid request.
Contract Essentials
- Contract: A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties, where each party promises to do or not do something.
- Default: Failure of either party to fulfill the contract terms.
Contract Provisions
- Entire Obligation Provision: The written, signed contract constitutes the entire agreement.
- Modification Provision: The contract cannot be modified unless in writing and signed by both parties.
- Severability Provision: If a court finds a clause illegal or unenforceable, it will be severed from the contract, and the rest of the contract will remain valid.
Payment and Performance
- Payment Bond: A guarantee that the contractor's suppliers and subcontractors will be paid if the contractor doesn't pay them.
- Performance Bond: A guarantee that the contractor will perform or finish the work, protecting the community association.
- Progress Payments: Partial payments based on demonstrable progress in completing the work.
Qualification and Evaluation
- Prospective Bidder's Questionnaire (also known as Qualification Sheet): A document that asks for specific information to determine if the bidder is technically and financially qualified to handle a job.
Miscellaneous
- Waiver of Lien: A document that gives up the right to make a claim against the community association for payments not received.
- Waiver Provision: A waiver of any breach of contract by one party does not act as a general waiver of future breaches.
- Warranty: A statement that covers what is included, for how long, and what the contractor will do if the work or product proves defective.
Contracting Key Terms
- Assignability Provision: Neither party can assign their obligations to another person without the other party's written consent.
Bidding Process
- Bid Request (also known as Request for Proposal (RFP)): An announcement seeking proposals for a specific project, including all contract terms.
- Bid Specifications: Detailed instructions about the products or services requested through the bid request.
Contract Essentials
- Contract: A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties, where each party promises to do or not do something.
- Default: Failure of either party to fulfill the contract terms.
Contract Provisions
- Entire Obligation Provision: The written, signed contract constitutes the entire agreement.
- Modification Provision: The contract cannot be modified unless in writing and signed by both parties.
- Severability Provision: If a court finds a clause illegal or unenforceable, it will be severed from the contract, and the rest of the contract will remain valid.
Payment and Performance
- Payment Bond: A guarantee that the contractor's suppliers and subcontractors will be paid if the contractor doesn't pay them.
- Performance Bond: A guarantee that the contractor will perform or finish the work, protecting the community association.
- Progress Payments: Partial payments based on demonstrable progress in completing the work.
Qualification and Evaluation
- Prospective Bidder's Questionnaire (also known as Qualification Sheet): A document that asks for specific information to determine if the bidder is technically and financially qualified to handle a job.
Miscellaneous
- Waiver of Lien: A document that gives up the right to make a claim against the community association for payments not received.
- Waiver Provision: A waiver of any breach of contract by one party does not act as a general waiver of future breaches.
- Warranty: A statement that covers what is included, for how long, and what the contractor will do if the work or product proves defective.
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This quiz covers key terms in contracting, including assignability provisions, bid requests, and bid specifications. Test your understanding of contract terms and their implications.