ARE_Submittals Flashcards
(25 cards)
What are the three main types of submittals?
Product data, shop drawings, physical samples
Why are submittals necessary in construction?
To finalize details beyond the design drawings and show contractor understanding of the contract documents
What AIA contract sections govern submittals?
Section 3.6.4 of B101 and Section 3.12 of A201
What is the submittal schedule and who prepares it?
It is a schedule prepared by the contractor aligned with the construction schedule for when submittals will be provided
What must the contractor do before submitting submittals to the architect?
Review and stamp them for approval
Does architect approval relieve contractor of responsibility for submittal content?
No, contractor is still responsible for complying with the contract documents
When can a submittal deviate from the contract documents?
If deviation is noted, architect approves it, and it is documented as a minor change or change order
Are submittals contract documents?
No
What happens if a submittal includes changes not requested by the architect?
They must be clearly noted to focus the architect’s re-review
What are delegated design submittals?
Portions of the design the contractor is required to design with their own design professional
Who defines design criteria for delegated design?
The architect
How should a submittal be cataloged?
Assign a unique number, record date received and subject, and log status updates
What determines submittal validity?
It must be required in specifications and complete
What are action submittals?
Submittals that require review and approval by the architect
What are informational submittals?
Submittals that do not require architect action, such as product data
Who responds to submittals under consultant scope?
The consultant responsible for that scope
What if a consultant’s submittal response affects another?
Forward it for coordination between consultants
What is the architect’s responsibility in coordinating consultant submittals?
Ensure all impacts across disciplines are addressed
How does an architect verify a submittal during review?
Compare it with contract documents side-by-side
What does ‘No exceptions taken’ mean?
Contractor may proceed with the submittal as-is
What does ‘Approved as noted’ mean?
Contractor may proceed with corrections; no resubmittal needed
What does ‘Revise and resubmit’ mean?
Contractor must update and return the submittal
What does ‘Rejected’ mean in submittal review?
The submittal is too flawed or incomplete to be reviewed
What does ‘Not reviewed’ mean?
Submittal was not required and will not be reviewed
