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Architect Client Agreement
Architect Client Agreement
CLIENT
PROJECT
LOCATION
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SCOPE OF WORK
It is the Architects understanding that the CLIENT plans to develop and build
a two-storey residence with the following space requirement:
(List the spaces)
(Architect) has organized the Architecture and Engineering Services to
accomplish the scope of work into the following four (4) phases:
Phase I
Phase II
Phase III
Phase IV
1.1.
Upon receipt of an approved proposal with down payment and based on your
requirement the architect shall:
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1.2.
1.3.
Outline of basic specifications to fix and illustrate the size and character of the
entire project;
Submit to the CLIENT seven (7) sets of all architectural and engineering
construction drawings (plans and details) and technical specifications for
purposes of obtaining a building permit, including:
1.4.
Make periodic visits to the project site to familiarize with the general progress and
quality of work and to ascertain that the work is proceeding in accordance with
the Contract Documents
Answer questions; check and approve material samples and shop drawings;
make site visits; develop one punchlist walkthrough; one final walkthrough and
reviewing submittals for the project.
During project site visits and on the basis of his observations, the architect shall
report to the CLIENT defects and deficiencies, if any, noted in the work of
Contractors, and shall condemn work found failing to conform to the Contract
Documents.
The architect examine and approve samples, schedules, shop drawings, and
other requirements, subject to and in accordance with the descriptive information
and provisions of the Contract Documents and concurrence by the Client. Such
reviews shall not relieve, however, any contractor, subcontractor, supplier, or any
other third party from responsibility for any deficiency and for the responsibility to
coordinate with other trades work.
At the completion and turnover of the project, the architect shall conduct final
inspection, prepare evaluation reports regarding the quality of work of the
Contractors and issue certificates of substantial and final completion of the
project.
When the architect is requested by the CLIENT to do the full time supervision, her
services and fees for the full time supervision shall be covered separately in conformance
with the applicable and appropriate SPP Document; and
Any Site Inspection or meeting beyond the number of site visits agreed in this
Contract will be covered separately.
2.0.
3.0
Observe the procedure of issuing order to Contractors only through the architect;
Pay for structural, chemical, mechanical, soil mechanics or other tests and
reports, if required. Investigations regarding the site conditions of concealed
elements (such as sewer, storm and water system, etc.) especially if it will require
excavation or removals shall be charged to the client.
PROFESSIONAL FEE
The Professional Fee (PF) for the abovementioned Scope of Work of Architectural
and Engineering Services will be _ % of Project Construction Cost.
4.0
Delay of Payment
Any payment due the architect beyond thirty (30) days from billing shall bear a two
percent (2%) interest per month.
5.0
Any change and/or revision requested by the CLIENT after approval of design
development document shall be subject to compensation agreed by both parties but not less
than the cost of drafting services and materials multiplied by a factor of 2.5. (NOTE:
Revision work shall not constitute a reason for delay in accepting any particular work phase
or setting the fees due for that phase.
6.0
Suspension
7.0
Other services that may be needed in order to complete the project such as services
for landscape, telecommunications, interior design, security, and public art consultation may
be recommended by the Architect for the Clients approval and account, but shall not be
deductible from the Architects fee.
8.0
Government Laws
(NAME)
Architect
CONFORME:
CLIENT
Date: