You are managing a project where the architect has issued Addendum #3 that changes the door schedule. The door supplier has already submitted shop drawings based on the original specifications. What should you do?
Correct Answer
A) Request revised shop drawings incorporating Addendum #3
All addenda must be incorporated into the work. The door supplier must revise their shop drawings to reflect the changes in Addendum #3 before approval and fabrication.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Addenda are legally binding modifications to the contract documents that supersede the original specifications. All work must comply with the most current contract documents, including all issued addenda. Shop drawings must accurately reflect the final specifications to ensure proper fabrication and installation. Proceeding with outdated shop drawings would result in non-compliant work that fails to meet contract requirements.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option B: Proceed with the original shop drawings to avoid delays
This violates the fundamental principle that all addenda must be incorporated into the work. Using original shop drawings when addenda have modified the specifications would result in non-compliant installation and potential breach of contract.
Option C: Split the difference between old and new specifications
There is no 'splitting the difference' in construction contracts. The contract documents, including all addenda, must be followed exactly as written. Compromising between old and new specifications creates non-compliant work.
Option D: Install doors per original specs and modify later
Installing per original specifications when addenda have changed requirements violates the contract. Post-installation modifications are costly, time-consuming, and may not be technically feasible depending on the nature of the changes.
Memory Technique
Think 'ADD-enda means ADD to compliance' - you must always add/incorporate addenda changes into all work and submittals before proceeding.
Reference Hint
AIA A201 General Conditions - Section on Contract Documents and Modifications, or Florida Building Code Chapter 1 - Administration and Enforcement regarding contract document hierarchy
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