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Architectural plans are not required in building plans.
False
Plumbing plans and specifications are not necessary for building construction.
False
Landscape design is not mentioned as part of the building plans.
False
The project owner is not involved in initiating a construction project.
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Structural design analysis is not part of the preparation of building plans.
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Only architects are responsible for preparing building plans.
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An architect creates the architectural designs and plans of a project based on the owners' requirements and building regulations.
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Engineers and Consultants do not collaborate with architects on a construction project.
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An Architect is responsible for executing the specialized installations such as electrical, plumbing, and mechanical works on the project.
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The architectural plans are implemented by the Engineers and Consultants.
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A licensed Contractor or Builder is selected through a competitive bidding or a negotiated contract to construct the structure.
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Demobilization includes the transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies required for the contract from the site.
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Excavation involves moving earth, rock, or other materials with tools, equipment, or explosives.
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Backfilling is only calculated in square meters (m²).
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Soil poisoning is not a crucial step in the pre-construction process.
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Handmade backfilling involves refilling the soil using machinery.
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Occupational safety and health costs typically range from 0.8% to 1.7% of the total project cost.
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Mobilization costs are the expenses contractors incur after construction work begins on a project.
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The Owner may choose to undertake construction by administration without the help of the project Architect or Engineer.
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Competitive Bidding is an essential step in the procurement process according to REPUBLIC ACT 9184.
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Infrastructure Projects do not fall under the definitions provided in REPUBLIC ACT 9184.
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Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) is responsible for evaluating bids and awarding contracts according to REPUBLIC ACT 9184.
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Temporary Facilities are not part of the general requirements for construction projects.
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Study Notes
Preparation of Building Plans and Contract Documents
- Building plans consist of architectural plans and detail drawings, structural design computations and detail drawings, electrical plans, load analysis, computations, and other supporting papers or clearances.
- Plans also include plumbing plans, details of septic vault, diagrams of plumbing lines, specifications, and mechanical plans and specifications.
- Other components of building plans are construction specifications, bill of materials and cost estimates, structural design analysis and computations, and application for construction permits and utilities.
Team Players in the Planning and Construction of a Project
- The project owner conceives the idea of constructing a building to serve a specific need or purpose.
- An architect is commissioned to conceptualize and draw the architectural designs and plans of the project based on the owner's requirements and building rules and regulations.
- Engineers and consultants collaborate and work with the architect by providing expert advice and engineering services.
- A licensed contractor or builder is chosen to construct the structure through a competitive bidding or via a negotiated contract.
Republic Act 9184
- Republic Act 9184 is also known as the Government Procurement Reform Act.
- It provides for the modernization, standardization, and regulation of the procurement activities of the government.
- Definitions of terms include Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC), Bids and Awards Committee (BAC), Infrastructure Projects, Procurement, Procuring Entity, Bidding Documents, and Bid.
Preparation of Bidding Documents
- The preparation of bidding documents includes invitation to bid, competitive bidding, advertisement, pre-bid conference, eligibility screening of prospective bidders, receipt and opening of bids, evaluation of bids, post qualification, and award of contract.
General Requirements
- Mobilization costs are the expenses contractors incur to organize, assemble, and transport equipment and materials to a jobsite before construction work begins.
- Demobilization includes all activities and costs for transportation of personnel, equipment, and supplies not required or included in the contract from the site.
- Temporary facilities include barriers, site office, electrical supply, water supply, parking, and others.
- Occupational safety and health require 0.8% to 1.7% of the total project cost.
Earthworks
- Earthworks include excavation, backfill, soil poisoning, and gravel bedding.
- Excavation is the process of moving earth, rock, or other materials with tools, equipment, or explosives.
- Backfilling is the process used to refill soil or sand in an excavated area, and can be done manually or by machinery.
- Soil poisoning is a crucial step in the pre-construction process that helps to ensure the stability and longevity of a building.
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Test your knowledge on the modernization, standardization, and regulation of government procurement activities under Republic Act 9184. This quiz covers definitions of terms such as Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC) and Bids and Awards Committee (BAC).
