CDT Contract Documents & Specifications 3

Question 1

Which specification method names multiple acceptable manufacturers and allows the contractor to choose among them?

Accepted Answer

Or-equal specification

Answer

Closed proprietary

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Performance specification

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Descriptive specification

Question 2

In CSI SectionFormat, where would sustainability requirements such as recycled content be specified?

Accepted Answer

Part 1 – General, under Sustainable Design Requirements

Answer

Part 1 – General, under Quality Assurance

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Part 2 – Products, under Source Quality Control

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Part 3 – Execution, under Field Quality Control

Question 3

What is the effect of a Construction Change Directive (CCD) when the contractor does not agree on price?

Accepted Answer

The owner may direct the work to proceed while pricing is resolved

Answer

Work stops until a Change Order is negotiated

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The architect determines the final cost unilaterally

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The subcontractor absorbs the cost difference

Question 4

What does the term 'liquidated damages' mean in a construction contract?

Accepted Answer

A pre-agreed daily sum the contractor pays for each day of project delay beyond the contract time

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Penalties for defective workmanship discovered after closeout

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Costs the owner pays if drawings are issued late

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Damages assessed against a subcontractor for material substitution

Question 5

Which party is typically responsible for coordinating all subcontractor submittals and shop drawings before sending them to the architect?

Accepted Answer

The general contractor

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The owner

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The architect

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The construction manager as advisor

Question 6

What document formally closes out the contractor's obligations and releases retainage?

Accepted Answer

Certificate of Final Completion

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Substantial Completion Certificate

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Punch List

Answer

Notice of Commencement