This method of compensation is based on technical hours spent and is only applicable to non-creative work since the value of design cannot be measured by the length of time the designer has spent on his work. This is usually used for works such as accounting, secretarial, research,data gathering preparation of reports and the like.

• PCC

• MDPE

• PFPE

• LUMP SUM OR FIXED FEE

It is the most common method of compensation which is also fair to both the client and architect.

• Percentage based on Project fee

• Professional fee plus Expenses

• Lump Sum or fixed Fee

• MDPE

A statue specifying the period of time within which legal action must be brought for alleged damage or injury

• LEASE

• STATUE OF FRAUDS

• STATUE OF LIMITATION

• LEASEHOLD

A list of instructions stipulating the manner on which bids are to be prepared

• INSTRUCTION TO BIDDER

• CLOSED SPECIFICATION

• STATUE OF LIMITATION

• PERFORMANCE BOND

A stipulation of the use of specific products or processes without provision for substitution

• BID

• CLOSED SPECIFICATION

• PERFORMANCE BOND

• CERTIFICATE OF PAYMENT

An offer to perform the work prescribed in a contract at a specified cost

• BID

• PERFORMANCE BOND

• CERTIFICATE OF PAYMENT

• QUOTATION

Means to built in, mount in position, connect or apply any object specified ready for the intended use.

• INSTALL

• PROVIDE

• WORK

• FURNISH

In design-build services, the single point responsibility of project delivery puts the legal liability for both the design and construction on the.

• Architect

• Owner

• Contractor

• Manufacturer

The release of 10% retention by the owner shall be done after how many months from the date of final payment

• 1 Month

• 4 Months

• 2 Months

• 3 Months

Printed documents stipulating the procedural and administrative aspect of the contract

• General Conditions

• Quotation

• Certificate of Payment

• Performance Band