SPP DOC 201: PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Architect must expand his services…
1.2 Client to involve the Architect…
2. SCOPE
2.1 Consultation
2.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies
2.3 Feasibility Studies
2.4 Site Selection and Analysis
2.5 Site Utilization and Land Use Studies
2.6 Architectural Research
2.7 Architectural Programming
2.8 Space Planning
2.9 Space Management Studies
2.10 Value Management Studies
2.11 Design Brief Preparation
2.12 Promotional Services
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
3.1 Architect must submit his proposal for pre-design services…
3.1.1 Scope of Work
3.1.2 Manner of Payment
3.1.3 Owner’s Responsibilities
3.1.4 Other Conditions of Services
3.2 The architect can render services…
3.2.1 Individual Architect
3.2.2 Architect’s Own Staff
3.2.3 By Association, Consultation, or Networking
4. METHODS OF COMPENSATION
4.1 Multiple of Direct Personal Expenses
4.2 Professional Fee Plus Expenses
4.3 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
4.4 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses
4.4.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;
4.4.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and
4.4.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the like.
4.5 Mixed Methods of Compensation

SPP DOC 202: REGULAR DESIGN SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Applicability of this Document
1.1.1 “individual” professional, same as “group practice” …
1.1.2 foreign architects
1.1.3 BPO and KPO
1.1.4 Architect’s outputs described/listed under this SPP may be expanded/increased…
1.2 Regular Design Services of an Architect
1.2.1 Architect as the Owner’s/Client’s Proponent’s Adviser and/or Representative
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
 2.1 Project Definition Phase
2.1.1 consults the owner to ascertain conceptual framework and other requirements
2.1.2 gathers information/data leading to def. of requirements and scope of services
2.1.3 reviews owner’s space requirements and translates to architectural programming
2.2 Schematic Design Phase
2.2.1 Architect propose methods of deliveries
2.2.2 prepares initial line drawings
2.2.3 submits to the Owner a SPPCC based on current cost parameters
2.3 Design Development Phase
2.3.1 plans, elevations, sections, and other drawings
2.3.2 outline specifications and illustrate the size and character of entire project
2.3.3 diagrammatic layout oof construction systems
2.3.4 an updated SPPCC for submission to the Owner
2.4 Contract Document Phase
2.4.1 prepares complete Contract Documents
2.4.2 prepares Technical Specifications
2.4.3 submits to the Owner 7 sets of all construction drawings and Technical
Specifications for purposes of obtaining building permit
2.4.4 updates SPPCC based on changes in scope, requirements, or market conditions
2.4.5 assists the Owner in filling the required documents to secure approval of
government
2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase
2.5.1 In this phase, the Architect:
a. prepares the Bid Documents
b. assists the Owner from the early stage of establishing list of Contractors
2.5.2 For competitive bids/procurements, the Architect:
a. furnishes complete sets of the Bid Documents
b. helps in organizing and conducting pre-bid conferences
c. responds to the questions from bidders
d. assists the Owner in obtaining proposals from Contractors, analyze bid results and
prepares abstract of bids, notice of award, notice to proceed and other construction
contracts.
2.5.3 For negotiated contracts, Architects performs similar functions as in item 2.5.2
but negotiates with one Contractor instead of many bidders.
2.6 Construction Phase
2.6.1 Architect makes decisions on all claims of the Owner and Contractors on all matters
2.6.2 prepares change orders, gathers and turns over the Owner written guarantees
required of the Contractor and Sub-Contractors.
2.6.3 makes periodic visits to the project site to familiarize himself with the general
progress and quality of work and ascertain that the work is proceeding in accordance with
Contract Documents.
2.6.4 determines the amount owing and due to the Contractor and issues corresponding
Certificates for Payment for such amounts based on his observations and the Contractor’s
Applications for Payment.
2.6.5 extensive inspection of full time 8-hour supervision be required by the Client, a
separate full-time supervisor shall be hired and agreed upon the Owner and the Architect
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
3.1 single contract between the Architect and the Owner
3.2 Architect, Engineering, Allied Professionals, executing separate contracts with
the Owner
4. PROOJECT CLASSIFICATION
4.1 Group 1 buildings of simplest utilization and character
4.2 Group 2 building of moderate complexity of plan/design
4.3 Group 3 buildings of exceptional and complexity of plan/design
4.4 Group 4 residences
 4.5 Group 5 monumental buildings and other facilities
4.6 Group 6 projects where plan/design and related Contract
Documents are re-used for the repetitive construction
of similar buildings without amending the drawing and
the specifications
4.7 Group 7 housing projects involving the construction of several
residential units on a single site with the use of 1
set of plans/design, specifications and related
documents
4.8 Group 8 project involving extensive detail such as designs for
built-in components or elements, built-in equipment,
special fittings, screens, counters, architectural
interiors (AI), and development planning/or design
4.9 Group 9 alterations, renovations, rehabilitations, retrofit and
expansion/additions to existing buildings on technical
matters pertaining to architectural works
4.10 Group 10 the Architect is engaged to render opinion or advice,
clarifications, or explanation on technical matters
pertaining to architectural works
5. METHODS OF COMPENSATION
5.1 Percentage (%) of Project Cost (PCC)
5.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
5.3 Professional Fee Plus Expenses
5.4 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
5.5 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses
5.5.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;
5.5.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and
5.5.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the like.
5.6 Mixed Methods of Compensation
6. OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1 Provide full information as to his requirements for the Project.
6.2 Designate a representative authorized to act on his behalf.
6.3 promptly examine and render decisions pertaining to documents submitted by the
Architect to avoid unreasonable delay in the progress of the Architect’s work. The
Owner should issue orders to the General Contractor only through the Architect.
6.4 Furnish or direct the Architect to obtain his expense…
6.5 Promptly pay for architectural and all other engineering and allied services
required for the project.
6.6 Pay for the design and consulting services on acoustic, communication,
electronic, and other specialty systems which may be required for the project.
6.7 Arrange and pay for such legal, auditing, insurance, counseling and other
services as may be required for the project
6.8 Pay for all the reimbursable expenses incurred in the project as called for in
Section 7: “Other Conditions on Services” and all taxes including VAT (but not
including income tax) that the government may impose on the Architect as the result
of the services rendered by the Architect on the project…
6.9 If the Owner observes or otherwise becomes aware of anything that may impair
the successful implementation of the project, he shall give prompt written notice
to the Architect.
7. OTHER CONDITIONS ON SERVICES
7.1 Conditions for the Architect’s Fee
7.2 Other Services
 7.3 Scale Models, 3D Models, and Walk-Thru Presentations
7.4 Per Diem and Traveling Expenses
7.5 Extra Sets of Contract Documents
7.6 Change/s Ordered by the Owner
7.7 Work Suspended or Abandoned
7.8 Different Periods of Construction
7.9 Services of Specialist Consultants
7.10 Separate Services
7.11 Fulltime Construction Supervision
7.12 Estimates
7.13 Government Taxes and Services
7.14 Ownership of Documents
7.15 Cost Records
7.16 Design and Placement of Signs
7.17 Project Construction Cost (PCC)
7.18 Project Development Cost

SPP DOC 203: SPECIALIZE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 specialized architectural services are needed to complete, complement or
supplement the necessary work for the totality of the project…
1.2 Apart from the legal definition/s supplied under RA No. 9266, Architecture
maybe also defined as the blending of aesthetics, functions, space, materials and
its environment resulting from the application oof various technologies and skills
in different fields.
1.3 Specialized Architectural Services deals with specific expertise for further
enhancement of the architectural interior and exterior components of the project.
1.4 The Architect’s responsibility to man and society is to make sure that both the
building and its physical environment enhances the lives of the people…
1.5 The architectural plan and design of the building properly falls under the
Architect’s Regular Design Services (SPP Document No. 202.
1.6 Design services needed within and outside the building properly fall under
Specialized Architectural Services…
1.6.1 Architectural Interiors (AI)
1.6.2 Acoustic Design
1.6.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design
1.6.4 Site Development Planning (SDP)
1.6.5 Site and Physical Planning Services (including Master Development Planning,
Subdivision Planning and Urban Design)
1.6.6 Comprehensive Development Planning
1.6.7 Historic and Cultural Heritage Conservation and Planning
1.6.8 Security Evaluation and Planning
1.6.9 Building Systems Design
1.6.10 Facilities Maintenance Support
1.6.11 Building Testing and Commissioning
1.6.12 Building Environmental Certification
1.6.13 Forensic Architecture
1.6.14 Building Appraisal
1.6.15 Structural Conceptualization
 1.6.16 Preliminary Services
1.6.17 Contract Documentation and Review
1.6.18 Post-Design Services (including Construction Management Services)
1.6.19 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution
1.6.20 Architectural Research Methods
1.6.21 Special Building/Facility Planning and Design
1.6.22 Building Components
1.6.23 Management of Architectural Practices
1.7 The term Consulting Architect (CA) shall refer only to a RLA who maybe
separately Registered and Licensed Professional (RLP)…
1.8 For this SPP, the term Architect refers to the Consulting Architect (CA) who
may be the holder of a valid Specialist Certificate that may be issued by the Board
and/or Commission, upon dues qualification or accreditation by the IAPoA.

SPP DOC 204-A: FULLTIME SUPERVISION SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 For the past 50 years, 4 principal members were involved in the design and
building construction process:
1.1.1 Owner
1.1.2 Architect and his Specialist Consultants (SCs)
1.1.3 Contractor
1.1.4 individual or group of individuals who assist in the supervision and delivery of
the work
1.2 The AICC is directly and professionally responsible and liable for the
construction supervision of the project.
1.3 When projects were still manageable in size, the Architect was then assisted by
a construction inspector, traditionally called Clerk-of-Works. As projects became
more complex, it becomes necessary for a construction supervision group to do full-
time inspection at the project site.
1.4 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is normally recommended by the
Architect based on their performance, and hired by the Owner…
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1 Quality Control
2.2 Evaluation of Construction Work
2.3 Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports
2.4 Filing of Documents
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
3.1 Working in dual capacity as AOR and CA for fulltime supervision services or as
the CSG. As the AOR of the Project, the AOR is in a better position to interpret
his drawings and documents and to assure conformity by the Contractor. He can
assign his staff to undertake the fulltime supervisory work to perform the works
enumerated in the Architect’s Guideline.
3.2 Working as CA for fulltime supervision services only or as the CSG.
4. METHODS OF COMPENSATION
4.1 Percentage (%) of Project Cost (PCC)
4.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
4.3 Professional Fee Plus Expenses
4.4 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
4.5 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses
 4.5.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;
4.5.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and
4.5.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures and the like.
4.6 Mixed Methods of Compensation
5. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY
5.1 The CSG, which may be a qualified architectural firm, or which the Architect is
only a part of, shall not assume the responsibility of the Contractor’s project
superintendent.
5.2 The CSG shall not make decisions on matters that are sole responsibility of the
AOR.
6. LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY
6.1 The CSG is responsible to the Owner only for administrative matters. For
technical matters, the CSG is responsible to the AOR.
6.2 Under Article 1723 of the present Civil Code, the CSG may appear not to have
any legal responsibility since the AOR and EOR are responsible for the design while
the Contractor is responsible for the construction. However, a Service Contract /
Agreement between the CSG and the Owner may stipulate certain professional
responsibilities and civil liabilities of the CSG, particularly if the CSG is party
to the review of the Contract Documents and their subsequent evaluation and
interpretation during the course of construction.
6.3 If the AOR (and EORs) and the Contractor are sued by an Owner for civil
liabilities due to the performance or non-performance of certain acts traceable to
the CSG, the AOR and EORs may file cross claims against the CSG.
7. QUALIFICATIONS
7.1 A Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S. Arch.) degree
7.2 Extensive experience in design and building construction and must be very
knowledgeable in building materials and construction detailing.

SPP DOC 204-B: CONSTRCUTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Due to the increasing complexity of construction projects, there is an upward
demand for more effective cost control and faster project implementation
consistent with high quality of work. Construction Management Services were
thus, instituted to fill this need in the construction industry.
1.2 The Construction Manager (CM) could either be:
1.2.1 a member of the staff of the Owner,
1.2.2 an independent individual, or
1.2.3 firm hired by the Owner to manage the construction of a particular project.
1.3 The Architect can serve as the Construction Manager (CM).
2. FUNCTIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS OF TASKS
2.1 The responsibilities of the Construction Manager (CM) include the functions of
the Construction Supervision Group (CSG). (Reference Doc. 204-A and
Architect’s Guidelines)
2.1.1 Coordination and Supervision
2.1.2 Cost and Time Control
2.1.3 Quality Control of Work and
2.1.4 Keeping of Records
2.2 The Construction Manager (CM) may hire the CSG to be under his employ or
may supervise the CSG hired directly by the Owner.
3. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY
3.1 The Architect as the CM shall not involve himself directly with the work of the
 Contractor such that it may be construed that he is assuming the Contractor’s
liability as provided for in Article 1723, etc. of the Civil Code.
3.2 The Architect as the CM shall not impose methods, systems or designs that will
substantially affect the construction schedule and impair the design concept of the
Architect.
4. LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY
4.1 The Architect as the CM is directly responsible to the Owner on all aspects of
the construction work: programming, coordination, quality and cost control and time
management.
4.2 The CM assumes no liability in case equipment fail to function or if a portion
of the building collapses:
4.2.1 due to deficiencies in the plan/design, provided the CM did not participate in the
plan/design review and approval, or
4.2.2 due to the deficiencies in the manner of construction, provided the CM faithfully
discharged his function/s during the construction/project implementation.
5. QUALIFICATIONS
5.1 The individual or the principal of the firm must be a State-regulated
professional, preferably an Architect with managerial capabilities and extensive
experience in the field of construction. The Architect must be an RLA, with an
updated professional identification card and must be a member in good standing of
the IAPoA.
5.2 Architects who are Contractors or who have already been in responsible charge
of construction works are usually capable of becoming CMs.
6. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
Since construction management is not part of the regular services of the Architect, the
services rendered by the Architect as a Construction Manager (CM) shall be separately
compensated.

SPP DOC 205: POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Building administration and management goes beyond maintenance and upkeep
functions…
1.2 In Post-Construction Services, the channels of communication are kept open
among the building owners, operators, architects, engineers, builders,
manufacturers, building research groups, utility providers, furniture and equipment
vendors and building administrators/ property managers to provide access to
information regarding the performance and upkeep of buildings.
1.3 The Architect may be engaged as the Building Administrator and/or Property
Manager of a commercial, industrial, residential or institutional building,
facility or complex to maximize the lifespan of the building/s in order to produce
the maximum economic return.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1 Building and Facilities Administration
2.1.1 Building Maintenance. The Architect shall:
a. See to it that the building and all the parts thereof (structure, plumbing, electrical,
partitions, finishes, etc.) are all in good condition.
b. Formulate and enforce rules for the proper use of the building and facility, particularly
in the common areas and the emergency/egress/ exit areas.
c. Monitor security services, and
d. Monitor maintenance and upkeep services (cleanliness of corridors, lobbies, stairs and
other common areas, exits, parking areas, garbage collection)
2.1.2 Grounds and Landscaping Supervision. The Architect shall:
a. Supervise landscape contractors and gardeners for the proper watering, pruning, trimming
and maintenance of the landscape (both hardscapes and softscapes);
 b. Maintain orderly entrances, exits and parking areas; and
c. Maintain streets i.e. road rights-of–way (RROWs), walkways, and ramps.
2.1.3 Building Equipment Maintenance. The Architect shall:
a. Assist the proper third parties in seeing to it that all equipment (air conditioning,
sprinkler system, generators, transformers, tele communications equipment, etc.) are
properly maintained and in good working condition
2.1.4 Business Development and Management. The Architect shall:
a. Innovate schemes to attain maximum building occupancy
b. Bill the tenants for rentals and utilities (electricity, water, telephone, cable, gas and
other/ related dues)
2.2 Post Construction Evaluation
2.2.2 Upon the request of the Owner, the Architect shall:
a. evaluate the initial design program vs. the actual use of the facility;
b. determine the effectiveness of the various building systems and the materials systems in
use;
c. assist the proper third parties in evaluating the functional effectiveness of the design
and construction process undertaken, and
d. study, research, and give solutions to any discovered/ emerging/ evolving defects and
failures such as shrinkage, water seepage and other problems in the building. This is
referred to as “forensic investigation” of the building’s systems (Reference Doc 203).
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect
for post-construction services.
3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for post-construction services only.
4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
4.1 Percentage of gross rentals, maintenance and security fees; and/or
4.2 Monthly salary/ fee.

SPP DOC 206: COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 …The transition of the architectural profession from providing “basic” and
“additional” services to that of a comprehensive nature is due to the realization
that continuity of services related to design and construction is necessary for the
execution of a completely viable project.
1.2 Comprehensive Architectural Services refers to the range of professional
services that covers Pre-Design Services, Regular Design Services, Specialized
Architectural Services, Construction Services and Post-Construction Services.
1.3 In this extended dimension, the Architect is the prime professional. He
functions as creator, author, and coordinator of the building design which becomes
the basis for the construction of a project. In order for him to be able to
properly assist and serve his Client, the Architect has to be knowledgeable in
other fields in addition to building design.
1.4 The Architect is not expected to perform all the services. Rather, he is to act
as the agent of the Client in procuring and coordinating the necessary services
required by a project.
2. SCOPE OF COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
2.1 Pre-Design Services (SPP DOC 201)
2.1.1 Consultation
2.1.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies
2.1.3 Feasibility Studies
2.1.4 Site Selection and Analysis
2.1.5 Site Utilization and Land Use Studies
2.1.6 Architectural Research
2.1.7 Architectural Programming
 2.1.8 Space Planning
2.1.9 Space Management Studies
2.1.10 Value Management Studies
2.1.11 Design Brief Preparation
2.1.12 Promotional Services
2.2 Regular Design Services (SPP DOCUMENT 202)
2.2.1 Project Definition Phase
2.2.2 Schematic Design Phase
2.2.3 Design Development Phase
2.2.4 Contract Documents Phase
2.2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase
2.2.6 Bidding or Negotiation Phase
2.3 Specialized Architectural Services (SPP DOCUMENT 203)
2.3.1 Architectural Interiors (AI)
2.3.2 Acoustic Design
2.3.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design
2.3.4 Site Development Planning (SDP)
2.3.5 Site and Physical Planning Services (including Master Development Planning,
Subdivision Planning and Urban Design)
2.3.6 Comprehensive Development Planning
2.3.7 Historic and Cultural Heritage Conservation and Planning
2.3.8 Security Evaluation and Planning
2.3.9 Building Systems Design
2.3.10 Facilities Maintenance Support
2.3.11 Building Testing and Commissioning
2.3.12 Building Environmental Certification
2.3.13 Forensic Architecture
2.3.14 Building Appraisal
2.3.15 Structural Conceptualization
2.3.16 Preliminary Services
2.3.17 Contract Documentation and Review
2.3.18 Post-Design Services (including Construction Management Services)
2.3.19 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution
2.3.20 Architectural Research Methods
2.3.21 Special Building/Facility Planning and Design
2.3.22 Building Components
2.3.23 Management of Architectural Practices
2.4 Construction Services
2.4.1 Fulltime Supervision Services (SPP Document 204-A)
2.4.2 Construction Management Services (SPP Document 204-B)
2.5 Post-Construction Services (SPP DOCUMENT 205)
2.5.1 Building and Facilities Administration
2.5.2 Post-Construction Evaluation
3. PROJECT MANAGEMENT
3.1 By his education and training, the Architect may perform any or all of the
services as stipulated under Section 2 above. However, when the Owner hires an
Architect or a firm to coordinate the whole range of Comprehensive Architectural
Services (CAS), this constitutes Project Management (PM).
3.2 Project Management (PM) involves management activities over and above the
 normal architectural and engineering (A&E) services carried out during the pre-
design, design and construction phase. The over-all objective is to have control
over time, cost and quality relative to the construction of a project.
3.3 The presence of a PM does not relieve the designers and contractors of their
respective normal duties and responsibilities in the design and construction of the
project. The PM complements the functions of the Architects, Engineers and
Contractors in meeting the broad and complex requirements of projects.
4. THE PROJECT MANAGER
4.1 The Project Manager (PM, whether individual or firm) operates as a member of an
Owner-Architect-Engineer-Contractor Team. In the Team Approach, each member of the
team will have precedence in his own field of operations or expertise. In
accordance with this principle:
4.1.1 The Architect and the Specialist Consultants (SCs) will have prime responsibility
for the plan/design of the project.
4.1.2 The Engineers will be responsible for their respective engineering plans.
4.1.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for his men and equipment and the delivery of
the project.
4.1.4 The Owner makes decisions on the project and assures that funds are available to
complete the project.
4.1.5 The Project Manager (PM)’s primary responsibility is the exercise of overall cost
control. He will plan, program and monitor the various activities, and will act as an
adviser on material costs and construction methods.
4.2 Scope of Services
4.2.1 Pre-Construction Phase
4.2.2 Construction Phase
5. MANNER OF PROVIDEING SERVICES
5.1 Normally, the Architect enters into a contract with the Owner to perform
comprehensive architectural services. By the very nature of the services, he
assumes the dual role of the Project Manager (PM) and the Construction Manager
(CM), or effectively the overall coordinator whose functions are outlined under
this SPP.
5.2 To perform the variety of services indicated under the Comprehensive
Architectural Services, the Architect must make full use of his own capability as
well as of services offered by other professionals. He may expand his staff by
hiring the experts needed, or he may form a team consisting of professionals such
as but not limited to:
5.2.1 Architects
5.2.2 Engineers
5.2.3 Market Analysts
5.2.4 Accountants
5.2.5 General Contractors
5.2.6 Real Estate Consultants
5.2.7 Sociologists
5.2.8 Planners
5.2.9 Bankers
5.2.10 Lawyers
6. METHODS OF COMPENSATION
6.1 The Project Manager is compensated on a percentage basis, as shall be described
in the Architect’s Guidelines.
6.2 If the Architect as Project Manager (PM) performs regular design services for
the same project, he shall be compensated separately for these services as
stipulated in SPP Document 202.

SPP DOC 207: DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 In any building project, there is need to balance the elements of time, quality
and cost, which, in many cases, can best be achieved by the Architect performing
Design-Build Services.
1.2 The building industry and the architectural profession have devised several
methods of project delivery with the ultimate goal of handling projects in the
shortest possible time, at the lowest possible cost and at an acceptable quality
and performance.
1.3 An Architect with his education, training and expertise qualifies him to take a
direct role in the project, from conceptualization to implementation.
1.4 Design-Build Services simplifies and expedites the process of project delivery
while providing creative cost-effective solutions.
1.5 The Architect renders professional services in the implementation of his
design. In Design-Build Services, he assumes the professional responsibility and
civil liability for both the design and the construction of the project.
2. SCOPE OF DESIGN BUILD SERVICES
2.1 Design-Build Services by Administration
2.1.1 Project Definition Phase
2.1.2 Schematic Design Phase
2.1.3 Design Development Phase
2.1.4 Contract Documents Phase
2.1.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase
a. Preparation of schedule of work, program and estimates of materials, labor, transportation,
equipment and services as reference for the construction.
b. Organization and hiring of construction personnel, designation of duties and remunerations
c. Negotiation and entering into contract with piecework contractors and evaluation of work
accomplishments
d. Procurement of materials, plants and equipment, licenses and permits
e. Authorizing and undertaking payments of accounts
f. Keeping records and books of accounts
g. Negotiation with Government and private agencies having jurisdiction over the project, and
h. Management of all other business transactions related to the project construction /
implementation.
2.2 Design-Build Services with Guaranteed Maximum Project Construction Cost
2.2.1 This method is essentially the same as Design-Build Services by Administration
except that the Owner/ Client is provided a guaranteed maximum project construction cost
for the construction of the project.
2.2.2 The Owner/ Client is given an estimate of the project, and upon completion, if
there is realized savings from the estimated project construction cost; it is divided
equally between the Owner/ Client and the Architect.
2.2.3 The project construction cost is guaranteed by the Architect not to exceed 10% of
the estimated project construction cost. Should the actual cost exceed the estimated
project construction cost plus 10% the Architect shall be liable for the excess amount
but only up to the amount of his administration Fee.
2.2.4 Should there be additional expenditures beyond the guaranteed maximum project
construction cost which are due to legitimate change/variation orders (CVOs), extra work
orders (EWOs), substantial escalation of prices of the costs of materials or labor as
evidenced by data certified by a nationally recognized agency such as the National
Economic Development Authority (NEDA), or to other
causes not attributable to the fault of the Architect, the additional costs shall be
borne by the Owner/ Client.
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
4.5 The Architect may be involved in construction, including that of his own design, by adopting an
 arrangement different from the general way of bidding out projects to constructors, or from the different
modes of Design-Build Services (DBS).
4.5.1 The Architect is part of or a member of the entity constructing his design. He
works in tandem with or has authorized an entity to construct his design.
4.5.2 The Architect is himself a State-licensed contractor implementing his design (or
that of others).
4.6 In adopting any of the above arrangements, or any acceptable variation thereof, the Architect must
strictly adhere to the following:
4.6.1 The Architect must retain his separate / distinct professional identity,
prerogatives and integrity as an Architect, and is therefore subject to the standards and
tenets of the SPP, particularly Document 200, otherwise known as the Code of Ethical
Conduct and SPP Document 202.
4.6.2 Whatever mode the Architect adopts in being involved in construction, he must
strictly adhere to the tenets of the Architects Credo with the pledge that he “shall
disclose whenever required, any business investment or venture that may tend to create a
conflict of interest, and ensure that such conflict neither compromises the legitimate
interest of the Client nor interfere with his duty to render impartial judgment.”
5. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
5.1 The manner of payment to the Architect follows the progress of construction.
All costs for labor and materials are paid directly by the Client. The Architect
does not advance any money for payment of expenditures connected with the work.
Generally, a revolving fund is given to the Architect beforehand and is accounted
for and subject to periodic auditing by the Client.
5.2 Cost of all permits, licenses and other incidentals to the work are paid by the
Owner/ Client.
5.3 The Architect may appoint, subject to the Owner/ Client’s approval, a
construction superintendent, purchasing agent, timekeeper and property clerk aside
from the usual labor personnel required. Salaries of such persons are paid by the
Owner/ Client and not deductible from the Architect’s Fee under this SPP.
5.4 The method of compensation may be modified by using the relevant alternatives
detailed in SPP Doc. 202.