AIA Contracts CE – 014

1 / 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?

Award the contract and clarify the scope afterward

Inform the owner and recommend disqualification

Ask the contractor to revise the bid post-opening

Accept the bid and issue a CCD during construction

2 / 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

Make the correction during construction with a field sketch

Issue a clarification after the bid opening

Include a response in a formal addendum to all bidders

3 / 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?

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

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?

Follow instructions since the owner funds the project

Email the clarification only if the contractor signs a waiver

Provide the clarification but document it in the next addendum

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

5 / 10

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

They replace the need for a Change Order

They are signed by the owner and architect only

They must be negotiated before implementation

They apply only during the design phase

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

They finalize pricing for extra work immediately

6 / 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?

Include the substitution only if the owner gives written approval

Include the substitution in an addendum and extend the bid deadline

Reject the substitution since it missed the deadline for consideration

Evaluate the substitution and inform bidders individually

7 / 10

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

The contractor prepares permit documents for code approval

The architect assumes responsibility for site logistics planning

The CMc assists the architect in cost estimating and constructability reviews

The owner executes the construction contract prior to completion of design

8 / 10

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

Owner approval of contractor's means and methods

Execution of the A101–2017 contract between owner and contractor

First progress payment request submission

Certificate of Insurance issued by the architect

9 / 10

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

Bid Form

Record Drawings

Construction Change Directives

Instructions to Bidders

Certificate of Occupancy

Specifications (Divisions 00–49)

10 / 10

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

Determining substantial completion

Submitting building permit applications

Issuing addenda clarifying design intent

Reviewing construction means and methods

Certifying progress payments

Responding to bidder RFIs

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