Recommended contract practices for underground construction

✍ Scribed by Sarah H. Wilson (editor);

• Publisher: Forest Service, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
• Year: 2019
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 233
• Edition: Second
• Category: Library

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Copyright
Contents
Preface to the Second Edition
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1: Relationships
Introduction
The Stakeholders
The Contract
Improving Relationships
Conclusions and Recommendations
Chapter 2: Project Planning
Introduction
Roles and Responsibilities in Planning
Needs Assessment
Feasibility Study
Alternatives and Environmental Analysis
Regulatory Approvals, Permits, Easements, and Property Acquisitions
Conceptual Design
Establishing the Implementation Plan
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 3: Subsurface Conditions
Introduction
Importance of Comprehensive Subsurface Investigations
Implementation of a Subsurface Investigation Program
Use of Geotechnical Reports as Contract Documents
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 4: Risk Management
Introduction
Understanding Risk
Risk Management Is a Process
Use of the Risk Register in Procurement
Responsibilities of the Parties for Risk Management
Insurance Codes of Practice
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 5: Design
Introduction
Delivery Methods
Initial Design
Design Development
Design Documents
Design Review
Construction Support
Testing and Commissioning/Operations and Maintenance
Value Engineering Change Proposals
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 6: Construction Management
Introduction
Need for a Specialized Construction Manager
Selecting a Construction Manager
Scope of Work
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 7: Cost Estimates
Introduction
Cost Estimate Applications
Preparing Cost Estimates
Factors Affecting the Cost of Underground Construction
Establishing the Contract Time of Performance
Contingencies
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 8: Schedules
Introduction
Realistic Schedule: Design/Construction/Testing/Completion
Schedule Preparation
Evolution of Underground Construction Scheduling Needs
Schedule Models for Underground Projects
Interim Milestones: Substantial/Final Completion
Liquidated Damages
Scheduling Constraints
Scheduling Specifications
Cost- and Resource-Loaded Schedules
Approval or Acceptance of a Contractor’s Schedule
Subcontractor Scheduling Problems
Short-Term and Partial Schedules
Forensic Scheduling
Monte Carlo Simulations
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 9: Pricing and Payment Provisions
Introduction
Philosophy of Contract Pricing Provisions
Firm Fixed Price Contracts
Problematic Payment Issues
A+B Bidding
Payment for Design Costs: Design-Build Projects
Conclusions and Recommendations
Reference
Chapter 10: Contracts
Introduction
Contract Law and Underground Construction
Factors That Shape Underground Construction Contracting
Procurement Options: Delivery Methods
Selection of Delivery Method
Procurement Options: Pricing Methods
Procurement of Professional Services
Owner’s Option to Pre-Purchase
Contract Documents
Construction Contractor Qualifications
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 11: Changes
Introduction
Change Avoidance
Notice
Determining Merit
Differing Site Conditions
Force Majeure
Pricing Methodology
Elements of Cost
Extended Overhead
Overhead and Profit
Performance Bond
Bidding to Finish Early
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 12: Dispute Resolution
Introduction
Dispute Management and Avoidance Tools
Dispute Resolution Methods
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Chapter 13: Insurance
Introduction
Overview of Insurance Concepts and Relationships Involved
Insurance and Surety Products for Underground Construction
Relationship Between Contractual Responsibilities and Insurance
Insurance for Joint Ventures
Unique Insurance Considerations for Alternative Delivery
Use of Consolidated Insurance Programs
Conclusions and Recommendations
Chapter 14: Summary of Recommendations
Introduction
Relationships
Project Planning
Subsurface Conditions
Risk Management
Design
Construction Management
Cost Estimates
Schedules
Pricing and Payment Provisions
Contracts
Changes
Dispute Resolution
Insurance
Additional Reading
Index
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