30 Questions
What takes precedence in case of a discrepancy between the figures written on drawings and the scaled drawings themselves?
The figures written on drawings
Where shall any disputes arising from the contract be litigated?
In the courts of the Philippines
What is the basis for the interpretation of the contract?
The laws of the Republic of the Philippines
What shall the contractor conform to in all respects?
The provisions of all statutes, ordinances, and laws
What is the responsibility of the contractor in case of breach of statutes, ordinances, and laws?
The contractor shall keep the owner indemnified
What is applicable to all government projects?
Presidential Decree 1594 and its implementing rules and regulations
Who shall make surveys to estimate quantities for progress payments?
The Contractor and the Owner
What is the purpose of inspecting the works?
To make a complete and detailed inspection
What is the primary purpose of Republic Act No. 1582?
To repeal and replace Section 24 of Republic Act 544
What happens to defective work found prior to final acceptance?
It is removed and replaced to conform with the Plan and Specifications
What is the requirement for admission to the practice of civil engineering?
Individual, personal qualifications
Who gives notice to the Owner when work is ready for examination?
The Contractor
What is the limitation on the formation of a firm, partnership, or association for civil engineering?
Only licensed civil engineers and architects can form a firm, partnership, or association
What is subject to inspection?
All materials and equipment furnished under the provisions of the Specifications
What is the responsibility of individual members of a firm, partnership, or association for civil engineering?
Individual responsibility for their own respective acts
Who shall be allowed access to all parts of the Works at all times?
Only the Owner and his authorized representatives
What is the limitation on the work and services of civil engineers in a firm, partnership, or association?
They can only work on civil engineering projects
What is the requirement for a person to be a member or partner of a firm, partnership, or association for civil engineering?
They must be a duly licensed civil engineer or architect
What is the contractor's responsibility regarding claims of infringement?
To render harmless and indemnify the owner
Who is responsible for paying compensation for materials required for permanent works?
The contractor
What is the percentage of Value Added Tax (VAT) the contractor shall pay?
10%
What is included in the costs the contractor shall bear?
All costs, duties, fees, and other charges
Who is responsible for securing necessary permits and licenses?
The contractor
What type of insurance shall the contractor pay for?
Insurance arising out of the contract
What is a ground for termination of contracts in case of procurement of goods?
Failure to deliver at least 10% of the contract price
What can be a result of collusion between public officers, Procuring Entity employees, or BAC and bidders?
Restricting, suppressing, or nullifying competition
What is a ground for termination of contracts in case of infrastructure?
Negative slippage of 15% or more while project is ongoing
What is a reason for contract termination in contracts for Consulting Services?
Failure to deliver or perform the Outputs and Deliverables within the period
What is another ground for contract termination?
Insolvency of the supplier, contractor or consultant
What is another ground for termination of contracts?
Splitting of government project for convenience
Quiz about Republic Act 1582, which repealed and replaced Section 24 of Republic Act 544, regulating the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines.
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