May 25, 2011—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently announced that AIA Document D503-2011, Guide for Sustainable Projects, including Agreement Amendments and Supplementary Conditions, is now available.
The free Guide was developed to assist users of AIA Contract Documents in understanding contractual considerations unique to sustainable design and construction projects. Developed with input from stakeholders, the publication allows AIA Contract Documents users to create versions of AIA standard contract documents for sustainable projects.
The Guide also provides model language that can be used to amend or supplement key AIA Contract Documents in the A201 Family for use in sustainable design-bid-build projects. In addition, the publication discusses the applicability of key concepts to other delivery models such as design-build, construction management, and integrated project delivery.
The Guide addresses the current state of sustainable design and construction, discussing issues and concepts including:
- Certification systems, codes and legislation affecting sustainable design and construction projects;
- Risks and responsibilities faced by owners, contractors and architects on sustainable design and construction projects; and
- Recommendations for model language to assist the architect in developing a scope of services and to assist all project participants in appropriately allocating risks and responsibilities.
- Risks and responsibilities faced by owners, contractors and architects on sustainable design and construction projects; and
