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Which of the following is considered a non-compliant bid?
Which of the following is considered a non-compliant bid?
- A bid that meets all the basic requirements
- A bid that is properly signed and sealed
- A bid that does not indicate the correct number of addenda received (correct)
- A bid that includes the requested bid bond
What should the architect do if a bid is deemed non-compliant?
What should the architect do if a bid is deemed non-compliant?
- Reject the bid (correct)
- Accept the bid
- Provide legal advice to the client
- Advise the client on the bid amount
What type of advice should the architect provide to the client regarding a bid?
What type of advice should the architect provide to the client regarding a bid?
- Advise the client on whether to enter a contract with a particular contractor
- Recommend accepting or rejecting the bid (correct)
- Provide legal counsel to the client
- Assist the client in meeting bonding requirements
What is the architect's role in the preparation of the construction contract?
What is the architect's role in the preparation of the construction contract?
What is the purpose of a letter of acceptance in a contract award?
What is the purpose of a letter of acceptance in a contract award?
What is the recommended standard form of construction contract to be used?
What is the recommended standard form of construction contract to be used?
Why should unsuccessful bidders be notified promptly of the contract award?
Why should unsuccessful bidders be notified promptly of the contract award?