There are five design phases:
1. The Schematic Design Phase. (Refer to the
construction Glossary of Terms [A-H],
[I-Z]
for definitions of construction terms.) In this phase, the architect
consults with the grantee about the requirements of the project and
prepares schematic design studies consisting of drawings and other
documents. The architect also submits a statement of probable
construction costs.
2. The Design Development Phase. In this phase,
the architect prepares the design development documents, which
consist of the drawings and other documents to fix and describe the
size and character of the entire project. These documents include
the structural, mechanical, and electrical systems, as well as the
materials and other construction essentials. The architect also
writes Specifications, which is a detailed scope of work, materials,
methods of installation, and others details for work under
contract.
3. The Construction Document Phase. In this
phase, the architect prepares for approval the working drawings and
specifications and the necessary bidding information. In this phase,
the architect assists with bidding forms, the conditions of the
contract, and the form of agreement between the grantee and the
contractor.
4. The Bidding or Negotiation Phase is the
fourth phase during which competitive bids or negotiated proposals
are sought as the basis for awarding a contract.
5. The Construction Phase - Administration of the
Construction Contract is the fifth and final phase of the
architect's basic services and includes the architect's general
administration of the construction contract. After contract award
and execution, the Notice
to Proceed is issued to the contractor, the work moves from the
design, bidding, and contracting phase to the construction phase,
contractor mobilization, and set-up.
Following design phases and during the Beneficial
Occupancy Phase outstanding construction items noted as
punch list items will be listed on a Certificate
of Substantial Completion form signed by the chief executive
officer of the grantee, architect, and contractor at the end of the
job. This certificate allows the grantee to safely and effectively
utilize the
structure.
