AIA Contracts CE – 014

1 / 10

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

They apply only during the design phase

They replace the need for a Change Order

They finalize pricing for extra work immediately

They must be negotiated before implementation

They are signed by the owner and architect only

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

2 / 10

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?

Evaluate the substitution and inform bidders individually

Reject the substitution since it missed the deadline for consideration

Include the substitution only if the owner gives written approval

Include the substitution in an addendum and extend the bid deadline

3 / 10

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

Bid Form

Instructions to Bidders

Specifications (Divisions 00–49)

Certificate of Occupancy

Record Drawings

Construction Change Directives

4 / 10

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

Email the clarification only if the contractor signs a waiver

Provide the clarification but document it in the next addendum

Follow instructions since the owner funds the project

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

5 / 10

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

First progress payment request submission

Owner approval of contractor's means and methods

Execution of the A101–2017 contract between owner and contractor

Certificate of Insurance issued by the architect

6 / 10

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?

Accept the bid and issue a CCD during construction

Inform the owner and recommend disqualification

Award the contract and clarify the scope afterward

Ask the contractor to revise the bid post-opening

7 / 10

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

The CMc assists the architect in cost estimating and constructability reviews

The owner executes the construction contract prior to completion of design

The contractor prepares permit documents for code approval

The architect assumes responsibility for site logistics planning

8 / 10

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

Issue a clarification after the bid opening

Include a response in a formal addendum to all bidders

Make the correction during construction with a field sketch

9 / 10

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?

Propose an additional service and submit a fee adjustment

Absorb the cost as part of basic services

Update the drawings and send for permit without delay

Direct the contractor to update pricing

10 / 10

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

Determining substantial completion

Reviewing construction means and methods

Submitting building permit applications

Certifying progress payments

Issuing addenda clarifying design intent

Responding to bidder RFIs

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