CDT Project Delivery Methods 3

Question 1

What is the primary document used to define project scope and requirements before selecting a Design-Build team?

Accepted Answer

Program of Requirements / Request for Proposal

Answer

Instructions to Bidders

Answer

Owner's Project Requirements (OPR)

Answer

Basis of Design report

Question 2

Which statement accurately describes a lump sum (stipulated sum) contract type?

Accepted Answer

The contractor agrees to complete defined scope for a fixed total price

Answer

The owner reimburses the contractor for all actual costs plus a fee

Answer

Payment is based on actual quantities installed in the field

Answer

The GMP adjusts based on final project cost

Question 3

What is a unit price contract most suitable for?

Accepted Answer

Projects where quantities cannot be determined accurately until construction

Answer

Projects with highly defined and fixed scope

Answer

Design-Build projects requiring a GMP

Answer

Projects using Integrated Project Delivery

Question 4

What does 'substantial completion' mean in a construction contract?

Accepted Answer

The work is sufficiently complete that the owner can use it for its intended purpose

Answer

100% of the work is complete and all punch list items are resolved

Answer

The contractor has submitted all closeout documents

Answer

The certificate of occupancy has been issued by the building department

Question 5

In a Cost-Plus-Fee contract, what incentive mechanism can be added to motivate the contractor to control costs?

Accepted Answer

A shared savings provision where cost underruns are split between owner and contractor

Answer

A penalty clause for delays only

Answer

A fixed overhead markup applied to all change orders

Answer

A retainage increase tied to project complexity

Question 6

Which procurement method is legally required for most U.S. federal and state public construction projects?

Accepted Answer

Lowest responsible responsive bidder via competitive sealed bids

Answer

Negotiated Design-Build

Answer

Construction Manager at Risk with GMP

Answer

Integrated Project Delivery multiparty agreement