UAP Document 301 - Study Notes
📚 Flashcards
**Q:** What are the main contract documents?
**A:** Agreement, General Conditions, Special Provisions, Specifications, Drawings,
Modifications.
**Q:** What must a contractor do if there’s a discrepancy in plans or specs?
**A:** Report immediately to the Architect.
**Q:** Who secures construction permits?
**A:** Contractor (unless otherwise stated).
**Q:** When can the contractor act without instruction in emergencies?
**A:** When safety of life or property is threatened.
**Q:** Who owns the drawings and specs?
**A:** The Architect.
**Q:** Can contractors substitute materials or equipment?
**A:** Yes, but only with written approval from the Architect.
**Q:** When must material samples be submitted?
**A:** Promptly to avoid delay in work.
**Q:** What temporary facilities must a contractor provide?
**A:** Office, sanitation, barricades, utilities, roadways.
**Q:** How much is the retention during progress payments?
**A:** 10% until 50% of work is done.
**Q:** When is substantial completion recognized?
**A:** When 98% of work is completed.
**Q:** What document is needed before final payment?
**A:** Certificate of Final Building Occupancy and As-Built Drawings.
**Q:** How soon is retention released after final payment?
**A:** Within three months.
**Q:** What is the period for fixing defects after project completion?
**A:** 60 days.
**Q:** How long is the contractor responsible for hidden defects?
**A:** One year after acceptance.
Summary Table
Section Key Points
Definitions Contract terms: Owner, Architect,
Contractor, Bonds explained.
Documents Agreement includes specs, drawings,
modifications.
Laws & Permits Contractor must comply with all laws and
secure permits.
Site Conditions Site inspection mandatory before bidding.
Materials & Equipment Submit samples, use approved substitutes
only.
Temporary Structures Provide site offices, sanitation, barricades,
temporary power.
Protection Secure site; protect Owner’s property,
trees, utilities.
Labor Competent workers only; Architect can
order removal.
Work Execution Quality methods and timely progress
mandatory.
Payments Monthly requests allowed; 10% retention
initially.
Completion Substantial completion at 98% done;
defects fixing period: 60 days.
Claims Must notify Architect within 15 days of
extra cost events.
Defective Work Contractor must fix at own cost if defects
found.
Contractor Relations Must coordinate with other contractors;
respect work overlaps.