BID - Ballfield Lighting 2013

The document is a contract for the Franklin Park Ballfield Lighting Phase II project. It includes general conditions and provisions related to the contractor's responsibilities, ownership and use of documents, and the role of the architect/engineer (A/E). According to the contract, the contractor is required to carry out the work in accordance with additional instructions and detail drawings provided by the A/E. The drawings and specifications are divided into sections for convenience, but this does not imply a division of the work into subcontractor units. The contractor may subcontract the work as they see fit, but they are ultimately responsible for all work shown on the drawings and specifications. The provisions of the contract cannot be amended, modified, varied, or waived except by a Modification. No person has the authority to orally waive or release the contractor from any of their duties or obligations under the contract. Any waiver, approval, or consent granted by Modification is limited to specific matters stated in the Modification and does not relieve the contractor of the obligation to obtain future waivers, approvals, or consents. All drawings, specifications, and memoranda relating to the work are the property of the owner and are to be used only for the project. The contractor is provided with a certain number of sets of drawings and specifications free of charge for construction, and additional sets can be obtained by paying for printing, mailing, and handling charges. The document also defines the role of the A/E, who is responsible for designing or engineering the work and performing specified activities. The A/E will provide services as described in the general conditions, advise and consult with the owner, and have the authority to act on behalf of the owner within the limits set by the contract documents. The A/E may visit the site to monitor the progress and quality of the work but is not responsible for exhaustive or continuous on-site inspections. The A/E will inform the owner and contractor if the work is proceeding contrary to the contract requirements and will recommend the rejection of non-conforming work. The A/E will also review and approve contractor's submittals, conduct inspections, determine completion dates, and recommend final payment upon compliance with the contract requirements. The document also includes a provision for changes and modifications in the work. In case of the termination of the employment of the contractor, the owner has the right to take possession of all materials, equipment, and appliances on the site and complete the work by whatever method they deem appropriate. Any claims, disputes, or questions related to the A/E's interpretation of the contract documents or their actions will be resolved according to the procedures outlined in the contract.