Building Laws Trivia Questions! Quiz

The correct answer is to ask if there are no objections from the other bidders to accept the bid since none has been opened yet. This is the most fair and reasonable course of action, as the bid has not been opened and the contractor arrived only three minutes late. By asking for objections from other bidders, it ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity and avoids any potential bias or prejudice in accepting the bid.

Labor and materials have the most significant impact on the bid. This is because the cost of labor and materials directly affects the overall cost of the project. The availability and pricing of labor and materials can vary depending on factors such as market conditions, supply and demand, and location. Therefore, any changes in the cost of labor and materials will directly impact the bid amount. On the other hand, the contractor's profit margin, the influence of the construction marketplace, and the sub contractor's bid may also have an influence on the bid, but their impact is generally not as significant as labor and materials.

The architect should notify the contractor that the equipment may be undersized and ask them to check on it. They should also request the mechanical engineer to verify the size of the unit against the specifications and report back to the architect. This approach ensures that the contractor is made aware of the potential issue and takes responsibility for checking the equipment. Additionally, involving the mechanical engineer will provide an expert opinion on whether the unit is indeed undersized.

The correct order for the activities during project closeout is as follows: first, the punch list is completed (II), then the contractor notifies that the project is ready for final inspection (IV), next the certificate of substantial completion is issued (III), followed by the receipt of the consent of surety (V), and finally, the preparation of the final certificate of payment (I).

In this scenario, an architect would use a change order if the building department required additional exit signs beyond those shown on the approved plans when the project is 90 percent completed. A change order is a document that outlines modifications or additions to the original contract, specifying the scope of work, cost, and timeline adjustments. It is used to formalize changes in the project's requirements or design, ensuring that all parties involved are aware of and agree to the alterations.

The best advice to give the client when the lowest bid is over the construction budget is to work together and revise the scope of the project to reduce costs. This means reevaluating the project requirements and finding areas where adjustments can be made without compromising the overall quality or functionality. By revising the scope, the client can potentially eliminate or modify certain features or specifications that are driving up costs, allowing the project to be completed within the budget. This approach ensures that the client's needs are met while also keeping the project financially feasible.

Substantial completion refers to the point at which the owner can start using the completed work for its intended purpose. It also signifies that all the requirements mentioned in the contract documents have been met. This means that the contractor has finished all the necessary corrections and punch list items, and the architect has issued the final certificate for payment. Therefore, the correct answer is that all of the above conditions are satisfied when substantial completion is achieved.

The Architect must respond within 10 days when a contractor makes a claim for additional money due to extra work caused by unforeseen circumstances. This time frame allows the Architect sufficient time to review the claim and make a decision on whether to approve or deny it. It ensures that the contractor receives a timely response and can proceed accordingly with their work.

A performance bond is a type of insurance that protects the owner of a project by ensuring that the work will be completed even if the contractor fails to do so. It provides a guarantee that a third party will step in and complete the work if the contractor is unable or unwilling to fulfill their obligations. This protects the owner from financial loss and delays in the project.

The statement "Bidding procedure must be clearly and extensively outlined in the instructions to bidders because there are so many variations of the procedures" is generally true about bidding. This is because bidding procedures can vary depending on the specific project and industry, so it is important to provide clear instructions to bidders to ensure fairness and transparency in the bidding process. By outlining the procedures extensively, it helps to avoid confusion and ensures that all bidders have a clear understanding of the requirements and expectations.

The statement "the Architect must review them prior to checking by the contractor" is NOT true about submittals. In the submittal process, the contractor is responsible for reviewing and checking the submittals for accuracy before submitting them to the architect for review. The architect then reviews the submittals to ensure compliance with the contract documents.

The contractor is solely responsible for field tests and scaffolding. This means that the contractor is responsible for conducting tests on site to ensure that the construction meets the required standards and specifications. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for providing and maintaining the scaffolding necessary for the construction process. The other options, including I, IV, and V, are not mentioned as the contractor's sole responsibility.