QUIZ 9 - Awarding a Project
- Landscape Practice Class
- Apr 27, 2020
- 5 min read
In-class Session 9 quiz
25/03/2020
Q1. Information on drawings should be genuinely useful, and not duplicated elsewhere. Referencing of elements on all drawings needs to be clear, consistent and concise. A good Construction Drawing conveys the maximum amount of information with the minimum amount of ink.
Problems with drawings are common however, who do you think is responsible?
Match the following :
a. A typical detail for a paving (mid-section) doesn’t address interfaces with other surrounding elements. How to join them on site
b. Insufficient allowance made in the layout for E&M components (openings, ducts, manholes, pillar boxes, meters etc.)
c. Insufficient allowance made in the layout for the method of installation, thus affecting the appearance of materials such as cutting on site (ends and edges) e.g. for fencing, unit paving, tiling etc
d. A row of trees cannot be planted in a straight line as shown on the drawing as there is an underground utility cable in the way
e. Inadequate or inaccurate information, e.g. elements missed out completely, or contradiction in descriptions or sizes
Q2. A 'Specification' provides information to the contractor about key requirements for construction and detailing in terms of the quality of material and workmanship or expected future performance.
Problems with Specifications are common, leading to dispute.
Who do you think is responsible ?
Match the following :
a. Insufficient or missing information about elements of landscape works
b. Plants / Materials specified not being available or not being fit for the intended purpose
c. Clauses in the Landscape Particular Specification being not fully clear or conflicting with a Clause in the General Specification
d. Errors and discrepancies resulting from duplication of information from landscape drawings / schedules
e. Specifying a special proprietary landscape product made by a company, resulting in anti competitiveness and price control
Q3. Sometimes its not possible or desirable for the contractor to Tender for a specific piece of work.
Which special cost is the right kind ?
Match the following :
a. A specified percentage of the Contractors overall Tender is added in case something unexpected happens
b. A specific cost is put into the Tender Documents for the commissioning of a sculpture by a famous artist
c. A specific cost is put into the Tender Documents for the purchase of a famous sculpture by an artist
d. A specific cost is put into the Tender Documents in case the Client decides to add something unexpected
Q4. What should the tender/bidding documentation in traditional procurement include in order to enable the tender process to commence, a contract to be awarded and contract
documents to be finalised?
Select one or more :
a. Bills of Quantity / Schedule of Rates
b. Contractors Registration Credentials
c. Proof of Payment Ability / Letters of Credit
d. Conditions of Tender
e. Details of the Consultant Team
f. Conditions of Contract
g. Specifications
h. Drawings
i. Form of Tender
j. Required Work Samples
Q5. There are advantages and disadvantages to the varying types of tendering.Explain to your Client which would be the best type to meet their needs in each case?
Match the following :
a. The Client needs to ensure very high quality work at the best price they can get
b. Getting the lowest possible price is really important
c. The works are large and complex and the budget limited
d. Time is limited and an early appointment of a contractor is desired
e. The Client has completed projects previously and has a few contractors who they like to work with.
f. The works are very straightforward and simple to undertake
g. The Client is worried about the construction risks on the project
h. The Client needs to raise funds specifically for the project but is uncertain yet what they need or what it might cost
Q6. Much of the work attributed to a general contractor is carried out by subcontractors. Subcontractors can be individuals or substantial firms who agree a contract with the main contractor to complete a section of a project, for example building facades often done by specialist subcontractor. During the recent past, the percentage of work being carried out by subcontractors has increased considerably.
What are the advantages to the 'Main Contractor' of employing 'Subbies' ?
Select one or more :
a. Avoids having to pay operatives when work is scarce or having to pay redundancy
b. Sub-contractors understand the company ethos and working procedures
c. Transfers risk to the supply chain
d. Easier to manage sub-contractors
e. Can be used as and when required, thereby reducing overheads
f. Sub-contractors are cheaper to work with
g. Reduces the main contractor's liability to retain, on a full time basis, all the specialists necessary for day to day operations
h. High quality work is guaranteed
i. Introduces the potential for innovation
j. Ensures the right specialists are always available when needed
Q7. Sub-contractors can be classified as:
A domestic sub-contractor is any sub-contractor, other than a nominated-sub contractor, that the main contractor can ___(a)___ to carry out part of the works. The work of the sub-contractor is the responsibility of the ___(b)___as far as the contract between the main contractor and the client is concerned.
Naming sub-contractors allows the Client to ___(c)___ the main contractor's selection of sub-contractors, whilst leaving ___(d)___ for their performance with the main contractor. It can be seen as an___(e)___ to nominating sub-contractors as the contractual relationship is less___(f)___.
A nominated sub-contractor is one that is selected by the ___(g)___ to carry out an element of the works. Nominated sub-contractors are___(h)___on the main contractor after the main contractor has been___(i)___.
The mechanism for nominating is an___(j)___. in relation to a prime cost sum to which the main contractor is entitled to add 'profit' and 'attendance' costs. It allows the client to have direct separate negotiations with major suppliers of goods or services and feed their appointment and design input into the contract after works by the main contractor have commenced.
Q8. Most of the major projects currently being constructed in Hong Kong are based on standard forms of contract.
General Conditions of Contract for Civil Engineering Works, 1999 Edition ( Remeasurement)
General Conditions of Contract for Building Works,1999 Edition ( Lump Sum)
Sub-Contract for Building Works, 2000 Edition
General Conditions of Contract for Design and Build Contract 1999 Edition ( Design –Build)
Select one or more :
a. The appropriate form of agreement can be used specifically for the job in hand
b.Parties are familiar with the requirements
c. The required performance of each party involved in the contract is known and clearly stated
d. The risks are spread fairly between the parties
e. Avoids the cost and time of individually negotiated contracts
Q9. You have Tendered out the design for a landscape refurbishment for the HQ of a big DotCom Client to five different landscape contractors you who are on the approved contractor list.
The Tenders are returned and are all considerably well over the cost estimate drawn up by the Quantity Surveyor and provided by you to your the Client. What options should you consider?
Select one or more :
a. Review the design and the tenders to identify any savings that could bring the project under budget
b. Cancel the tender and redesign the project
c. Replace the Quantity Surveyor with a new consultant
d. Advise the Client of the lowest bid and recommend they accept it as the best offer
Q10. You have recommended to the Client that they accept one of the Tenderers bids and they have agreed to do so.
What should you do next?
Select one or more :
a. Call the unsuccessful tenderers and inform them of the result
b. Call a meeting of the Tenderers all together and announce the result
c. Write to the successful tenderer and inform them of the Clients willingness to accept their Tender, outlining the next steps and further documents required.•A list of all correspondence exchanged with the tenderer which has been agreed to form part of the Contract, if applicable;
Details of insurance to be provided by the Contractor;
Details of bond/security to be provided by the Contractor;
Place, date and time for executing the Articles of Agreement;
The requirement for submission of works programme and the Safety Plan;
d. Advise the Client to Sign and return the Contract Agreement to the successful Tenderer
e. Write to the unsuccessful tenderers and inform them of the result.
f. Open the Champagne and kick back
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