ARE 5.0 – CE LATEST 2023 WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

ARE 5.0 – CE LATEST 2023 WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS addenda Statements or drawings that modify the basic contract documents after the latter have been issued to the bidders, but prior to taking of bids. addition (to the contract sum) An amount added to the contract sum either by an accepted additive alternate or by change order. advertisement for bids Published public notice soliciting proposals for a construction project. agent One who acts on behalf of another. alternate bid Proposal by bidder for amount to be subtracted from, or added to, the base bid if the corresponding change in the work is accepted. americans with disabilities Act (ADA) Federal civil rights legislation that establishes the right of persons with disabilities to equal access to sites and buildings, and sets design guidelines for its implementation. application for payment Contractor's written request for payment of amount due on account of work completed and/or materials suitably stored on the site. Also called payment request. approved equal Material or method that is approved by the architect as being equivalent to what was originally specified. arbitration An alternative to litigating a dispute, in which one or more arbitrators hears the evidence and renders a decision. barrier-free provisions Regulations that provide for accessibility to buildings and sites for persons with disabilities. base bid The sum of money stated in the bid for which the bidder offers to do the work, not including any alternate bids. basic services The architectural services normally required for a building project, usually consisting of schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding or negotiation, and construction contract administration. bid A proposal by a contractor to do the work required by the contract documents for a stipulated sum of money bid bond A surety bond guaranteeing that the bidder will sign a contract, if offered, in accordance with his or her proposal. bidding documents The invitation to bid, instructions to bidders, bid form, and the contract documents. bonus and penalty clause A provision in the construction contract for payment of a bonus to the contractor for completing the project prior to a specific date, and for a charge (penalty) against the contractor for failing to complete the project by that date. cash allowance An amount included in the contract sum to cover the cost of certain items not specified in detail. Hardware and other finish items are often handled in this manner. certificate for payment A statement by the architect informing the owner of the amount due the contractor on account of work completed and/or materials suitably stored. certificate of occupancy A document issued by the governing authority