Describes the operational requirements.

describe to the contractor what is needed for the final product and how it should essentially function once completed

Provides details on the types of materials and installations needed to complete a project

describe how to measure installations to ensure that they were up to project quality and standards.

are used if only one specific product can be used for an installation

also known, as specs, detail the work and workmanship needed to complete a construction project

a written document describing in detail the scope of work, materials to be used, methods of installation, and quality of workmanship for a parcel of work to be placed under contract; usually utilized in conjunction with working (contract) drawings in building construction

Types of Construction Specifications

often refers to a set of documented requirements to be satisfied by a material, design, product, or service

 a type of technical standard

Used by builders and in federal agencies

Set during bidding process as the owner request specific quantities and pricing for a pre-determined amount of unitized item

can include incentives benefits for early termination, can also have penalties called liquidated damages for late termination

Total fixed price for all construction activities

Payment of the actual cost, purchases or other expenses generated directly from the construction activity

Contains information about the  contractors’ overhead and profit

Preffered if the project scope is not clearly defined

Must establish hourly or daily rate

Include additional expenses that could arise in process