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Owner Consultant(s)
Supplier Buyer (Originator) Contractor A/E
Resubmit Resubmit • Contract • Design intent
Requirements • Contract
Approved Approved
• Dimensions Requirements
• Coordination
• Quantities
Resubmit
Approved
Figure 5.3 Diagram of Routing Submittals for Review and Approval
Owner Consultant(s)
Supplier Buyer (Originator) Contractor A/E
Resubmit Resubmit • Contract • Contract
Requirements Requirements
Resubmit
Figure 5.4 Diagram of Routing Informational Submittals
The owner is responsible for:
• Reading and understanding the contract documents
• Reviewing and approving submittals, when appropriate, in a timely manner
• Coordinating owner-furnished items that are to be installed by the contractor,
including obtaining, reviewing, submitting, and processing of required submittals
for coordinating this work
• Coordinating contractor-furnished items that may be installed by the owner or
under a separate contract
• Coordinating work to be completed under a separate contract
• Using a transmittal form
• Allowing the A/E to comply with contractual obligations and responsibilities
• Following project requirements
Figures 5.3 and 5.4 indicate the typical routing of various types of submittals.
5.8 Record Keeping
Record keeping is a vital part of any project. A record of submittals is necessary for check-
ing on the status of specific items and ensuring their timely review. The submittal process
should be given high priority by each participant, whether it is preparation of submittals,
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