AIA Contracts CE – 014

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Which of the following are the architect’s responsibilities during the bidding phase?
Check the two that apply.

Certifying progress payments

Submitting building permit applications

Determining substantial completion

Reviewing construction means and methods

Responding to bidder RFIs

Issuing addenda clarifying design intent

2 / 10

Which event must occur before the construction start date under the Stipulated Sum agreement?

Owner approval of contractor's means and methods

Certificate of Insurance issued by the architect

Execution of the A101–2017 contract between owner and contractor

First progress payment request submission

3 / 10

An owner instructs the architect to issue clarifications via email directly to a preferred bidder to accelerate bidding.
What should the architect do?

Refuse and explain the need to issue formal addenda to all bidders

Email the clarification only if the contractor signs a waiver

Follow instructions since the owner funds the project

Provide the clarification but document it in the next addendum

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During bidding, a contractor submits a request to use an alternate mechanical unit not listed in the specs. The request is received three days before the bid opening.
What should the architect do?

Reject the substitution since it missed the deadline for consideration

Include the substitution in an addendum and extend the bid deadline

Include the substitution only if the owner gives written approval

Evaluate the substitution and inform bidders individually

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Which of the following documents are typically included in the project manual for bidding purposes?
Check the three that apply.

Construction Change Directives

Record Drawings

Bid Form

Instructions to Bidders

Specifications (Divisions 00–49)

Certificate of Occupancy

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During the design phase, the owner adds a rooftop amenity deck not included in the initial scope. What is the most appropriate next step for the architect?

Update the drawings and send for permit without delay

Absorb the cost as part of basic services

Direct the contractor to update pricing

Propose an additional service and submit a fee adjustment

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Which of the following statements about Construction Change Directives (CCDs) are true?
Check the two that apply.

They are signed by the owner and architect only

They apply only during the design phase

They must be negotiated before implementation

They allow work to proceed when cost/time are not yet agreed upon

They finalize pricing for extra work immediately

They replace the need for a Change Order

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During pre-bid RFI review, the architect receives a question indicating a discrepancy between the structural and architectural drawings. What should the architect do?

Respond via email to the contractor and copy the owner

Include a response in a formal addendum to all bidders

Issue a clarification after the bid opening

Make the correction during construction with a field sketch

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The project team selects the Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) delivery method. What impact does this have on preconstruction roles?

The owner executes the construction contract prior to completion of design

The CMc assists the architect in cost estimating and constructability reviews

The architect assumes responsibility for site logistics planning

The contractor prepares permit documents for code approval

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A contractor submits a bid containing an alternate not listed in the bidding documents. The bid amount is significantly lower than others. What is the architect’s responsibility?

Inform the owner and recommend disqualification

Ask the contractor to revise the bid post-opening

Award the contract and clarify the scope afterward

Accept the bid and issue a CCD during construction

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