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Which party guarantees the performance of an obligation in a three-party agreement?
Which party guarantees the performance of an obligation in a three-party agreement?
- The first party
- The second party
- The property owner
- The third party (correct)
What is a Holdback in a construction contract?
What is a Holdback in a construction contract?
- A document attesting to the truth of a fact
- A legal claim on real property to satisfy a debt
- A percentage of the monetary amount payable under a contract, held as security (correct)
- An assessment of the performance of a building after occupancy
What does the term 'Ready-for-Takeover' refer to in the context of construction?
What does the term 'Ready-for-Takeover' refer to in the context of construction?
- A certificate issued under lien legislation
- A document prepared by a professional architect or engineer
- An assessment of building performance after occupancy
- A set of contractual and regulatory requirements for project close-out (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a service provided by the architect during the project close-out phase?
Which of the following is NOT a service provided by the architect during the project close-out phase?
What is the purpose of commissioning in a construction project?
What is the purpose of commissioning in a construction project?
Which of the following is a potential risk of incomplete project close-out?
Which of the following is a potential risk of incomplete project close-out?
When does the architect's responsibility for reviewing defects and deficiencies typically end?
When does the architect's responsibility for reviewing defects and deficiencies typically end?
According to the text, who is responsible for reviewing defects and deficiencies during the warranty period on behalf of the client?
According to the text, who is responsible for reviewing defects and deficiencies during the warranty period on behalf of the client?
When should the architect arrange a review of the project?
When should the architect arrange a review of the project?
What may the architect review if the contractor fails to rectify a warranty item in a reasonable time?
What may the architect review if the contractor fails to rectify a warranty item in a reasonable time?
Which stage of a project does Pre-occupancy Services Commissioning begin?
Which stage of a project does Pre-occupancy Services Commissioning begin?
Which of the following is true about the warranty period in this case?
Which of the following is true about the warranty period in this case?
What is the purpose of commissioning in a construction project?
What is the purpose of commissioning in a construction project?
What can architects do to ensure that a substantial performance date is established?
What can architects do to ensure that a substantial performance date is established?
What is the role of the architect in commissioning?
What is the role of the architect in commissioning?
When can the contractor apply for payment for the outstanding amount?
When can the contractor apply for payment for the outstanding amount?
What are the consequences of failing to verify systems during commissioning?
What are the consequences of failing to verify systems during commissioning?
What should the architect advise the owner when issuing the release of the holdback certificate?
What should the architect advise the owner when issuing the release of the holdback certificate?
According to the CCDC, which of the following is a factor leading to 'ready-for-takeover' state?
According to the CCDC, which of the following is a factor leading to 'ready-for-takeover' state?
What is one of the prerequisites to attaining 'Ready-for-Takeover' of the Work according to CCDC 2 2020?
What is one of the prerequisites to attaining 'Ready-for-Takeover' of the Work according to CCDC 2 2020?
What is the purpose of the publication of the certificate of substantial performance in a construction trade newspaper?
What is the purpose of the publication of the certificate of substantial performance in a construction trade newspaper?
When does the warranty period for a project commence according to the text?
When does the warranty period for a project commence according to the text?
Which of the following best describes unconditional occupancy?
Which of the following best describes unconditional occupancy?
What is the purpose of commissioning in the construction process?
What is the purpose of commissioning in the construction process?
What should the architect do to achieve unconditional occupancy?
What should the architect do to achieve unconditional occupancy?
What are the stages of final submission in the construction process?
What are the stages of final submission in the construction process?
Study Notes
Three-Party Agreement
- In a three-party agreement, a surety guarantees the performance of an obligation.
Holdback in Construction Contract
- A holdback is a portion of the contract price withheld by the client until the contractor completes all the work and rectifies any defects.
Ready-for-Takeover
- In the context of construction, 'Ready-for-Takeover' refers to a state where the work is complete, and the owner can occupy the site, but minor defects or deficiencies may still exist.
Architect's Services
- During the project close-out phase, the architect does not provide moving or relocation services.
Commissioning in Construction
- The purpose of commissioning in a construction project is to verify that the systems and equipment are installed and functioning as intended.
Project Close-out Risks
- Incomplete project close-out poses the risk of disputes and delayed payments.
Defects and Deficiencies Review
- The architect's responsibility for reviewing defects and deficiencies typically ends at the expiration of the warranty period.
- During the warranty period, the client is responsible for reviewing defects and deficiencies on their behalf.
Project Review and Commissioning
- The architect should arrange a review of the project at the substantial performance date.
- If the contractor fails to rectify a warranty item in a reasonable time, the architect may review the contractor's claims and certifications.
Pre-occupancy Services Commissioning
- Pre-occupancy Services Commissioning begins at the substantial performance stage of a project.
Warranty Period
- The warranty period commences after the issuance of the certificate of substantial performance.
Establishing Substantial Performance Date
- Architects can ensure a substantial performance date is established by obtaining a certificate of substantial performance.
Architect's Role in Commissioning
- The architect's role in commissioning is to verify that the systems and equipment are installed and functioning as intended.
Payment and Certification
- The contractor can apply for payment for the outstanding amount after the issuance of the certificate of substantial performance.
Consequences of Incomplete Commissioning
- Failing to verify systems during commissioning can lead to operational problems, safety hazards, and additional costs.
Holdback Certificate
- When issuing the release of the holdback certificate, the architect should advise the owner to ensure all defects and deficiencies are resolved.
CCDC Factors
- According to the CCDC, one of the factors leading to a 'ready-for-takeover' state is the completion of all work, including the correction of defects.
Prerequisites for Ready-for-Takeover
- One of the prerequisites to attaining 'Ready-for-Takeover' of the Work is the completion of all contract work and the correction of defects.
Certificate of Substantial Performance
- The purpose of publishing the certificate of substantial performance in a construction trade newspaper is to notify the public of the project's completion.
Unconditional Occupancy
- Unconditional occupancy refers to a state where the owner can occupy the site without any restrictions or limitations.
- To achieve unconditional occupancy, the architect should ensure that all defects and deficiencies are resolved, and the owner can occupy the site safely.
Stages of Final Submission
- The stages of final submission in the construction process include substantial performance, ready-for-takeover, and unconditional occupancy.
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