CBC Contract Law & Legal Responsibilities Flashcards
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A 'no-damages-for-delay' clause in a construction contract typically means:
Answer: The contractor's only remedy for owner-caused delays is a time extension, not additional money
No-damages-for-delay clauses bar monetary recovery for contractor delays caused by the owner, limiting the contractor's remedy to a schedule extension only.
What is a 'differing site condition' claim in construction?
Answer: A claim when subsurface or concealed conditions differ materially from contract representations
A differing site condition (DSC) claim arises when a contractor encounters subsurface or hidden physical conditions materially different from what the contract documents indicated.
Which document is used to formally authorize changes to the contract scope, price, or schedule?
Answer: Change order
A change order is a written amendment to the contract that modifies the scope of work, contract sum, or completion date and must be signed by both parties to be enforceable.
What is the primary purpose of a 'Notice to Proceed' (NTP) issued by the owner?
Answer: To formally authorize the contractor to begin construction work
A Notice to Proceed is the owner's written authorization for the contractor to mobilize and begin work, and it typically establishes the project start date for schedule purposes.
In Florida, which entity must a contractor be licensed with to legally perform contracting work?
Answer: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
The Florida DBPR's Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) issues and regulates contractor licenses, including the Certified Building Contractor license.
A 'pay-if-paid' clause in a subcontract means:
Answer: Payment to the subcontractor is contingent on the general contractor first receiving payment from the owner
A pay-if-paid clause conditions the subcontractor's right to payment on the general contractor actually receiving payment from the owner, shifting owner default risk to the subcontractor.