Lecture 6: Submittals Overview
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What is the primary purpose of a sample or mock-up submittal?

  • To serve as an assembly manual for installation.
  • To provide detailed technical specifications of construction materials.
  • To present a financial analysis of the construction costs.
  • To demonstrate the quality and adherence to specifications of proposed materials. (correct)
  • Which submittal type provides technical information about materials and products used in construction projects?

  • Shop Drawings
  • Samples or Mock-ups
  • Data sheets / Catalogue Cuts (correct)
  • Construction Schedules
  • How do shop drawings differ from IFC drawings?

  • Shop drawings illustrate aesthetic quality, whereas IFC drawings measure performance.
  • Shop drawings provide fabrication details, while IFC drawings provide only general layout. (correct)
  • Shop drawings are used for budget planning, while IFC drawings are construction guides.
  • Shop drawings are created for finished projects, while IFC drawings are preliminary.
  • What is typically included in data sheets submitted for construction projects?

    <p>Technical specifications, performance charts, and diagrams. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do shop drawings aid construction teams?

    <p>By detailing materials, dimensions, and construction methods. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic best describes a sample or mock-up?

    <p>It is a physical prototype to verify quality and specifications. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary type of submittal in construction projects?

    <p>Funding Proposals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an 'Approved with changes noted' submittal status indicate?

    <p>The work can proceed with the noted changes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the responsibilities of the general contractor regarding submittals?

    <p>The general contractor is solely responsible for the methods and means of construction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a submittal is marked as 'Rejected'?

    <p>A new submittal must be prepared by the trade and resubmitted. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a possible status for a submitted document?

    <p>Partially approved (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial factor in determining the review time frame for submittals?

    <p>Time negotiated between the CA and IFC design consultants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary responsibilities of the site superintendent in the submittal process?

    <p>Review and approve all submittals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a submittal log?

    <p>To track and manage the submittal process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component that the site superintendent checks in a submittal?

    <p>Scheduling of subcontractor payments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is site verification of dimensions important in the submittal review?

    <p>To confirm dimensions required for fabrication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be tracked regarding material deliveries after submittal approval?

    <p>Associated lead times (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does constructability refer to in the context of submittal reviews?

    <p>The feasibility of installation techniques (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a site superintendent verify regarding lead times in a submittal?

    <p>The time required from approval to material arrival (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item is NOT typically part of the site superintendent’s checklist for review of submittals?

    <p>Evaluation of subcontractor bids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of ordering materials before submittal approval?

    <p>Increased project costs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following impacts should a site superintendent consider regarding the schedule?

    <p>Predecessor &amp; successor activities' coordination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT typically included in shop drawings?

    <p>Landscaping blueprints (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is primarily responsible for preparing the submittal?

    <p>The related trade or supplier (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of data is included in descriptive data?

    <p>Job mix formula (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the shop drawings demonstrate to the original design consultant?

    <p>Understanding of the design concept (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following elements is typically NOT included in shop drawings?

    <p>General color palette (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a submittal to be considered complete?

    <p>It must include all missing information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Professional Engineer serve in relation to the submittal?

    <p>They prepare and stamp the submittal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial aspect of shop drawings for specialized equipment?

    <p>Installation and integration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included in a submittal regarding the original design?

    <p>Complete understanding of the design concept (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for reviewing and stamping the submittal after it has been prepared by the Trade?

    <p>Site Superintendent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must occur before the trade is allowed to order materials for a job?

    <p>Approval of the submittal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can you find the submittals required for a project?

    <p>In the 'General' part of each project specification (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the contract administrator in the approval flow of a submittal?

    <p>To send the approved submittal back to the site superintendent (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens once the submittal is approved by the related design consultant?

    <p>It supersedes the IFC drawings and specifications. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which types of documents must be submitted for a typical road project?

    <p>Materials submittals and shop drawings for structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific aspect ensures that construction methods and materials align with project requirements?

    <p>Approval by the related design consultant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What responsibility does the site superintendent have regarding submittals?

    <p>To prepare a list of all required submittals for monitoring (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item is NOT required as a typical material submittal for road projects?

    <p>Market analysis of construction materials (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary step before any work item requiring a submittal can begin on site?

    <p>Approval of the related submittal by the design consultant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Sample/Mock-up Submittal

    A physical representation of a construction element (e.g., wall section, flooring) submitted for approval before full-scale construction.

    Data Sheet/Catalogue Cut

    A document with detailed technical information about project materials, ensuring they meet specified requirements.

    Shop Drawing

    Detailed drawings illustrating how a construction component will be built, assembled, and installed.

    Submittal Types

    Different ways to present construction materials and methods for evaluation and approval by project stakeholders.

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    Mock-up

    A physical model of how a building element will appear.

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    Data Sheet

    Detailed technical information about materials showing standards compliance.

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    Shop Drawings

    Detailed drawings of project elements' construction and installation.

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    Structural Components

    Details for steel or concrete parts, like beams, columns, and foundations.

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    Mechanical & Electrical Systems

    Shop drawings illustrating HVAC, plumbing, and electrical installations.

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    Architectural Elements

    Shop drawings for doors, windows, walls, etc.

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    Specialized Equipment

    Details for large equipment like elevators or machines.

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    Descriptive Data

    Supporting information explaining how construction work will be done, like schedules or job formulas.

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    Submittal Responsibility

    The trade/supplier responsible for creating the submittal.

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    Issued For Construction (IFC) Drawings

    The blueprint used as a guide for construction, providing all necessary information for completing the build.

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    Submittal Requirements

    A submittal must clearly show the trade/supplier's understanding of the design concept, and sufficient detail to execute that design accurately and completely.

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    Submittal

    A document submitted by a trade or supplier for the project team's review and approval, outlining proposed methods and materials for construction.

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    Submittal Approval Flow

    The process where a submittal is reviewed and approved by the site superintendent, contract administrator, and design consultant, ensuring it aligns with project requirements.

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    Site Superintendent's Role

    The site superintendent reviews and stamps the submittal before sending it to the contract administrator for further review.

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    Design Consultant's Role

    The design consultant ensures the proposed methods and materials in the submittal align with the project's design intent and requirements.

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    Approved Submittal's Impact

    Once approved, the submittal supersedes the original drawings and specifications for that specific part of the project, binding the trade to follow it.

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    Submittal Importance

    A submittal must be approved before a trade can order materials or start work on the associated project element.

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    Where to Find Submittal Requirements

    Submittal requirements for projects are usually found in the 'General' section of the project specifications or the 'Design and Submission Requirements' section for OPSS projects.

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    Submittal Log

    A log maintained by the site superintendent to track all required submittals for a project and their progress through the approval process.

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    Road Project Submittals

    Road project submittals typically include material submittals for components like asphalt and concrete, as well as shop drawings for structural elements like bridges.

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    Submittal Need for Every Job

    Any work item requiring specific construction methods or materials needs a submittal for approval before the work can start.

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    Submittal Verification Checklist

    The site superintendent uses a checklist to review submittals, checking for accuracy, completeness, and constructability. This ensures the project adheres to the design specifications and drawings.

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    Drawing Tile Block

    One of the things checked in the submittal review includes the drawing tile block, which includes job name, project address, and subcontractor information. This ensures proper identification and documentation.

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    Gridline & Elevation Datum

    The submittal should clearly reference the gridlines and elevation datum for the project, ensuring accurate measurements and alignment during construction.

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    Constructability Review

    The superintendent reviews the submittal for aspects like installation techniques, interfacing details, and tolerances, to ensure the materials and methods can be efficiently and effectively used on site.

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    Site Verification of Dimensions

    An essential review step is to ensure dimensions and measurements provided in the submittal have been verified on site. This eliminates potential errors and inconsistencies.

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    Schedule Impacts

    The superintendent reviews the submittal for potential schedule impacts, considering lead times for material delivery, coordination with other trades, and predecessor/successor activities.

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    Material Ordering & Delivery

    The submittal log tracks material ordering and delivery dates. Once a submittal is approved, materials can be ordered, taking into account lead times for delivery.

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    Interfacing Details

    The submittal should include details on how different materials and components interface with each other, ensuring a seamless and cohesive construction process.

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    Submittal Review Timeline

    The agreed-upon timeframe between the contractor and design consultant to review and approve submittals. This timeline is crucial for project progress, ensuring timely feedback.

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    Submittal Approval Options

    Design consultants use different stamps to indicate the approval status of a submittal. 'Approved' means the submittal is good to go. 'Approved with changes noted' means adjustments are required, but the work can proceed. 'Revise and Resubmit' means further revisions and resubmission are needed before work begins. 'Rejected' indicates a major issue and requires a complete rework and resubmission.

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    Why are submittals reviewed?

    Submittals are reviewed to ensure the proposed work meets the original design intentions, complies with building codes, and uses the specified materials and methods. This ensures that the final construction aligns with the original plans.

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    Submittal Rejection Reasons

    A submittal might be rejected if the proposed work deviates from the original design intent, misses crucial details, or uses inappropriate materials or methods. This ensures that the project stays true to the original vision and meets safety standards.

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    Submittal Review Liability

    The general contractor is responsible for the overall construction process, while the design consultant is responsible for the design aspects. As the design consultant's role is more focused on design, they have less responsibility if something goes wrong after a submittal is approved.

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    Study Notes

    Lecture 6: Submittals

    • Lecture objectives include understanding submittal types and the site superintendent's role in the submittal process.
    • A submittal is a document with missing details from the Issued For Construction (IFC) drawings, needing further specification for the trade or supplier to execute the on-site work.
    • IFC drawings provide an overview; submittals provide detailed information about individual components/systems.
    • Submittals are necessary for minute-level design details to prevent delays or defects.
    • Submittals ensure a separate review.
    • Different submittal types include samples/mock-ups, data sheets/catalogue cuts, shop details, and descriptive data.
    • The related trade/supplier is responsible for preparing submittals.
    • A professional engineer usually prepares the submittal on behalf of the trade.
    • The submittal must adhere to the IFC drawings' design intent.
    • The trade/supplier should fully understand the design concept, providing details for executing the work.
    • Submittal approval flow: trade → site superintendent → contract administrator → design consultant.
    • The approved submittal supersedes the IFC drawings; the trade can only order materials after approval.
    • Submittal requirements exist for various projects; they are usually found in the "general" or "design and submission requirements" section of the project specification

    Types Of Submittals

    • 1) Sample or Mock-up: A physical representation of a construction element for approval before full-scale installation. The purpose is to demonstrate quality, appearance, and adherence to specifications.
    • 2) Data sheets/Catalogue Cuts: Detailed technical information about construction materials, products, or equipment. Used for review and approval of materials, products, or equipment before installation.
    • 3) Shop Drawings (Erection and Fabrication Drawings): Detailed drawings, diagrams, and plans illustrating how a specific component or part of a construction project will be fabricated, assembled, and installed.
    • 4) Descriptive Data: Includes job mix formula, operation and maintenance (O&M) information, schematic drawings, management plan, and schedules and performance charts, etc which detail how the work will be executed.

    Role Of The Site Superintendent In The Submittal Process

    • 1) Submittal Log Preparation: Maintaining the submittal log, keeping it updated with all submittal documentation.
    • 2) Submittal Review and Approval: Reviewing and approving all submittals before they are sent to the design consultant for review and final approval.

    Submittal Log

    • A submittal log is a record-keeping tool for listing, tracking, and managing the submittal process for all project requirements.
    • A submittal log also tracks materials ordering and delivery dates after submittal approval, as no material ordering can be done before.

    Site Superintendent's Checklist for Reviewing Submittals

    • a) General Items: Check job name, job site address, subcontractor's information, gridline and elevation references, and latest construction documents.
    • b) Constructability: Ensure installation techniques are understandable and the specifics detail interfacing with other materials, reviewed with trade foreman; tolerances reviewed with trade foreman are present.
    • c) Dimensions Check: Verify dimensions/measurements and if all required dimensions for fabrication are included.
    • d) Schedule Impacts: Lead time required from approval date to materials delivery on-site; predecessor and successor activities are noted; and required coordination with other trades to carry out the planned and needed work.

    Design Consultant's Review Of Submittals

    • Approved: Submittal is approved as is, and work can proceed.

    • Approved with changes noted: Submittal is approved with changes, and work can proceed.

    • Revise and Resubmit: Changes noted require incorporating into the submittal and resubmitting for approval.

    • Rejected: Submittal has significant errors or lacks required details, and requires a new submittal.

    • Timelines will be negotiated upfront with consultants for submittal review and approval.

    • Consultants should review and provide a signed copy of the submittal with the appropriate box checked on the stamp.

    Submittal Review Liability

    • General contractors (site superintendents) carry the primary liability for construction methods and means.
    • Design consultants are responsible for confirming submittals conform to contract documents, and not liable for errors or omissions after submittals have been approved by the site superintendent, though they may bear responsibility for failure in adequately reviewing that submittal.

    Example Submittals

    • Rebar Submittal (Shop Drawing): Includes bar bending schedules and placement drawings, based on structural drawings, aiding the placement crew in efficient installation.
    • Structural Steel Shop Drawing: Show all structural members, including beams, columns, diagonals, braces, etc., with missing connection details needing to be provided by the trade.
    • Drywall Shop Drawing: Detail brick-tie spacing and location of ties.
    • Curtain Wall Shop Drawing: Depicts layouts of curtain walls, detailing openings for doors, windows, etc., or any other structural or architectural considerations.
    • Roof Hatch Shop Drawing: Includes details of the roof hatch components, including the frame, cover, gaskets, and lifting mechanisms, with dimensions.
    • Concrete Work Submittal: Needs details of concrete mix ratio, material information, slump, water-cement ratio, air content, etc., to be approved by the contractor and structural engineer.

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    This quiz focuses on the understanding of submittal types and the site superintendent's role in the submittal process. It delves into the importance of submittals in providing detailed information needed for on-site work and preventing delays or defects. Additionally, it addresses the responsibilities of trades and suppliers in preparing submittals in accordance with the Issued For Construction drawings.

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